The World Monuments Watch Day event at Lamanai Archaeological Reserve fostered a deeper appreciation for the site's historical and cultural significance among attendees. It engaged diverse communities and tourists, leaving them with a newfound perspective on Lamanai's role in their living heritage.
Read MoreLamanai Archaeological Reserve is one of the largest and most visited Maya archaeological reserves in Belize. Indian Church Village is a small settlement of around 260 people sharing a border with Lamanai. One would think that having such a famous site next door would put Indian Church on the map... This is not the case at all.
Read MoreHere is a guide to visiting Indian Church Village, a small settlement with vibrant culture next to Lamanai Archaeological Reserve in Northern Belize.
Read MoreLearn more about Indian Church Village history in Belize! Lamanai is ultimately famous for its long-standing importance in the region and the fact that there have always been people living on-site. Contemporary site history has a vital role in how we look at Lamanai and how we link it to our modern society's narratives.
Read MoreGuides 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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