The ‘Big Hat’: Safeguarding heritage off the beaten track at Nim Li Punit

Learn about history and Archaeology at Nim Li Punit, Toledo! Tucked away in the richly diverse foothills of the Maya Mountains, Nim Li Punit is one of the smaller Maya sites open to visitors in southern Belize’s Toledo District. Despite its modest size, Nim Li Punit has been the subject of international attention in recent decades because of its remarkable collection of stelae. Spread across the site, these monumental stone sculptures were used to commemorate the lives of political leaders, historical battles and ceremonial activity during the site’s settlement in the Late Classic period (C.E. 600-900).

4 Garifuna Museums you Need to Visit in Belize

Find out about 4 Garifuna museums in Belize that safeguard the culture and heritage of Garifuna communities across the country.

Candy’s Maya Gift Shop, a driving force behind community-building in the Toledo District. A discussion with Candelaria Kukul

Candy’s Maya Giftshop & Culture Experience is located in Aguacate Village, Toledo District, Belize. It is run by Candelaria Kukul, a Ketchi Maya woman who speaks the language and proudly shares what it means to be Maya with other people through her business.