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Volunteer Spotlight: Zella in Xela
In the last six months, my work with Trama Textiles has given me the most memorable experience of my life. When I arrived in September of 2021 I did not...
Volunteer Spotlight: Zella in Xela
In the last six months, my work with Trama Textiles has given me the most memorable experience of my life. When I arrived in September of 2021 I did not...
Sustainability Through Tradition: the Relations...
At the end of July, Guatemala celebrates the Fiesta Nacional Indigena de Guatemala (National Indigenous Celebration), where representatives of different indigenous groups gather in Cobán to honor the native roots...
Sustainability Through Tradition: the Relations...
At the end of July, Guatemala celebrates the Fiesta Nacional Indigena de Guatemala (National Indigenous Celebration), where representatives of different indigenous groups gather in Cobán to honor the native roots...
The Quetzal: Guatemala’s Sacred Bird and Symbol...
Worshipped by Mayas and Aztecs, the Quetzal is the symbol of Guatemala. This symbolism is not accidental: the local tradition considers it a symbol of freedom because it was believed...
The Quetzal: Guatemala’s Sacred Bird and Symbol...
Worshipped by Mayas and Aztecs, the Quetzal is the symbol of Guatemala. This symbolism is not accidental: the local tradition considers it a symbol of freedom because it was believed...
The Day of the Dead in Guatemala: a Journey Thr...
The Day of the Dead, Dìa de Los Muertos in Spanish, is a traditional celebration that occurs on November 1 throughout Latin America, corresponding to the Christian day of All...
The Day of the Dead in Guatemala: a Journey Thr...
The Day of the Dead, Dìa de Los Muertos in Spanish, is a traditional celebration that occurs on November 1 throughout Latin America, corresponding to the Christian day of All...
Traditional Guatemalan Clothing: The Meaning an...
Guatemala’s Rich Tradition of Mayan Textiles Guatemala is internationally recognised for the unique style of traditionally crafted fabrics, such as those lovingly produced at Trama Textiles. Despite the influences of...
Traditional Guatemalan Clothing: The Meaning an...
Guatemala’s Rich Tradition of Mayan Textiles Guatemala is internationally recognised for the unique style of traditionally crafted fabrics, such as those lovingly produced at Trama Textiles. Despite the influences of...
The Richness of Languages in Guatemala
As you might know – or not -, there are approximately 7000 languages spoken around the world. And this number doesn’t include all the local dialects! However, as Guatemala demonstrates,...
The Richness of Languages in Guatemala
As you might know – or not -, there are approximately 7000 languages spoken around the world. And this number doesn’t include all the local dialects! However, as Guatemala demonstrates,...