Papa Bois serves as the primary protector of the flora and fauna within the deep forests of Trinidad, Tobago, and St Lucia. This mythical figure acts as a sentinel for ecological preservation, deterring the wanton destruction of nature and the over-hunting of wildlife for sport. Rooted in a synthesis of …
Read More »Douen: A Caribbean folklore on lost souls
The Douen represents a central figure in Trinidadian and Caribbean folklore, manifesting as the restless spirit of a child who died before receiving the sacrament of baptism.These entities are characterised by their distinct physical anomalies, most notably feet that are turned backwards with heels facing forward, which serves to baffle …
Read More »Happiest places to live are in Caribbean region – World Happiness Report 2023
According to the World Happiness Report (WHR) 2023, the Caribbean region has above average happiness level. The first World Happiness Report (WHR) was released a decade ago and the UN General Assembly adopted Resolution 66/281 that observes March 20 as the International Day of Happiness each year. This has prompted more …
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