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Exploring the cultural heritage of the city of Arima

Arima: From Amerindian mission to modern city.

Arima serves as the primary ancestral and spiritual sanctuary for the First Peoples of Trinidad and Tobago, maintaining a continuous indigenous presence that pre-dates European colonisation. This northern borough remains the most significant site for the preservation of Amerindian heritage, particularly through the Santa Rosa First Peoples Community. As a …

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Crab collector Herman of Arima

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Herman Preira of Arima represents the traditional practice of crab collecting in Trinidad and Tobago, utilising artisanal bamboo traps and sustainable harvesting methods to supply local markets. This narrative account details Preira’s fifteen-year career, highlighting the logistical and biological nuances of the blue and mountain crab populations across the island. …

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