Grenada is home to fascinating petroglyphs—ancient rock carvings that offer a unique window into the island’s pre-Columbian history and indigenous heritage.

Wild Indian mas is another one of the traditional mas practiced in Grenada during the carnival season. Wild Indian mas is more at risk of cultural loss as there are very small participation numbers, and the mas has become limited to only one or two small bands. Origin Wild Indian is derived from the Amerindian heritage and Amerindian inhabitation of the island of Grenada. The Amerindians who migrated from South America and settled in Grenada were mainly the Kalinagos or the C

Discover the history of Grenada’s name. From Camerhogne (Carib heritage) to Concepcion by Columbus, Grenade by the French, and finally Grenada under the British in 1763.