Here’s a pop quiz: do you know the difference between culture and heritage? If not, don’t fret! The answer’s not as straightforward as one might think.
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Every year on the 18th of April since 1982, we celebrate World Heritage Day, but what does it stand for? We celebrate the legacy and rich heritage of humanity given to us by our ancestors and acknowledge the organizations that safeguard it. However, it is about more than just sites and monuments.
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Guides and other individuals working in tourism are the frontline hosts to heritage spaces and nature reserves with unparalleled knowledge of local histories and practices. An interview with Christian Darrell Ramirez, a young tour guide from a small village in Belize. Why does responsible tourism have an essential role in the conscious safeguarding of culture and nature?
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Top 3 things to do at the U Chan Muul Yaax K'aax Yucatec Maya Museum. The community museum in Belize's Orange Walk District is part of the Holpatín Trail experience by the Mundo Maya Organisation. The small community museum was founded a few years ago, involving families and collections from the village to promote traditional Maya culture.
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It takes as much as 16 years before the Hicatee turtle is old enough to reproduce. The Hicatee is listed in the top 10 most endangered turtles in the world by the IUCN, and it is classified as critically endangered. Allowing them to live long enough to continue the lineage is critical for the survival of the species. We want them to continue to be a part of our culture now and in the future.
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