In the 1800’s, in a show of solidarity, Belize formed a secretariat, The Caribbean Organization of Indigenous Peoples. This was done to galvanize the efforts of our neighbors in Honduras and Guatemala to receive the Garinagu who were fleeing St. Vincent in order to be free to practice their religion and culture, as well as … .Read More about British Honduras Arrival Of Garinagu
The Lebanese of Belize
One of the more recent groups of people to settle within Belize would be the Lebanese. While the Lebanese account for far less of Belize’s population than the Chinese, they have started to leave an impact on the country. Arab food restaurants, like Sahara Grill, have opened in both the capital and Belize City, where … .Read More about The Lebanese of Belize
The Mennonites of Belize
While the melting pot of Belize is home to a variety of different and distinct cultures, its Mennonites are certainly one of the more striking members present. The story of how this religious community of Christians came to live in a country like Belize is a lengthy and curious tale. The majority of modern Mennonites … .Read More about The Mennonites of Belize
The Mestizo: Origin, Culture And Belief System
Universally the term for Mestizo is Ladino, which means a Spanish speaking white person in Central America (according to the Oxford Dictionary). In some countries, people refer to this group as Ladinos. In Belize, scholars and people in general, use the term Mestizos. Today, the Mestizos, persons of Spanish and Mayan descent, are found in … .Read More about The Mestizo: Origin, Culture And Belief System
People of Belize Continuation
In Continuation of People of Belize… Other Minorities Many other cultures have found their way home to Belize. East Indians These people were brought to Belize during the colonial slave trade, taken from India and forced to work sugar plantations. The East Indians of Today’s Belize are most prominent in Toledo District. Understandably, their addition … .Read More about People of Belize Continuation