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Laventille, Trinidad: A cradle of culture and resilience

Laventille: More than just a neighbourhood.

Laventille, a vibrant community perched on the hillsides overlooking the bustling capital of Port-of-Spain, Trinidad, is a place rich in history, culture, and resilience. Though often misunderstood and stigmatised, Laventille has long been a cradle of creativity, innovation, and cultural expression, most notably as the birthplace of the steelpan, the …

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The history of the Hollows at Queen’s Park Savannah

The Hollows

If you drive too fast you may pass it, as it is below street level. The Hollows sometimes called Rock Garden lies within the sprawling Queen’s Park Savannah in Port-of-Spain, opposite Killarney (formerly Stollmeyer’s Castle), Wild Flower Park and the Emperor Valley Zoo. Unlike the verdant fields and bustling activity …

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