In this episode we share stories and culture from the Cayman Islands.
Cayman Islands is located south of Cuba and northeast of Honduras between Jamaica and Mexico. It is made up of 3 islands Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman.
Culture is a mix of mainly European, British, African and Jamaican.
The Languages spoken are English, Spanish, Brogue (Welsh , Scottish & English ancestors), Jamaican patios .
Cayman Islands know as a tax haven
National Dish - Turtle meat
Fun Facts
1 The islands are not islands
They are a part of a mountain called the Cayman Ridge rises 7,500M at is highest point above the sea
2. Rare species
Some of the rarest species in the world are found in the Cayman Islands. Flora and Fauna, Blue Iguana, etc.
3. Underwater fairy dust
You can experience underwater fairy dust - secret lagoon in Grand Cayman on of the few places in the world that have the phenomenon of bioluminescence can be found. Best describe as underwater fairy dust made by a single cell organism reacting with water resulting in green and blue light
4. Culinary Capital of the Caribbean
Over 200 Restaurants on Grand Cayman
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cayman_Islands
GIMISTORY International Storytelling Festival (since 1999) - https://www.artscayman.org/gimistory/
"Storytelling is as old as mankind and is considered to be one of the most ancient arts. Storytelling celebrates the art of communication, of talking and listening, and of conveying information, whether lighthearted or profound. In Gimistory, professional storytellers come from all over the world telling stories that illuminate their heritage, stories that explore myths and legends, stories that provide laughter, drama and wonderment. Their stories engage audiences and stimulate the imagination." - https://www.artscayman.org/gimistory/
The Stories Retold in this Episode
1. the Fox and the Crane (Aesop Fable)
2. Anancy & Commonsense (Auntie V)
Join us next wee as we share stores form St. Croix.
Be safe and Well.
Learn something new, reminisce about the ol' days and most of all walk good!
