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Quadrille music and dance - Carriacou

Quadrille music and dance is part of the cultural heritage of the sister isles of Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Origin Quadrille music...

Soucouyant or Soucouya in Grenada

Do you remember your grandmother ever talking about Soucouya? Do you remember your auntie talking about Soucouya? Do you remember stories...

Corn - traditions involving corn in Grenada

Corn is a vegetable that is grown across Grenada. There is what is referred to as "corn season" where corn blooms and can be found in...

Folktales in Grenada - Papa Bois and Mama Glo

Oral traditions including storytelling is part of Grenada's heritage especially its intangible heritage. There are several folk tales...

Tombstone Feast

There are many traditions that can be found throughout the tri-island state of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. These traditions...

Canboulay

Have you ever heard the word "Canboluay"? Canboulay was started during the period of slavery and extended into the post emancipation...

Maypole dancing

Maypole dancing is a traditional form of dancing that is done in Grenada. Maypole dancing represents one of the traditions that is...

Moko Jumbie in Grenada

Moko Jumbie can be seen amongst the Carnival celebrations in Grenada. You can find the Moko Jumbie on the street on Carnival Tuesday, and...

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