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Dominica draws on a mix of cultures. Names of French places appear as often as English. African language, foods and customs often mingle with European traditions as part of the island's Creole culture. The Caribs still carve dugouts (canoes), build houses on stilts, and weave distinctive basketwork.
Dominica's national motto is Apres Bondie C'est La Ter, "After God, it is the land," emphasizing the country's French-creole heritage, strong religious orientation, and dependence on the soil.
3 Δεκ 2018 · The Culture Of Dominica A church in Dominica. The Commonwealth of Dominica is a nation situated in the West Indies that spans an area of roughly 290 square miles. According to 2016 estimates, Dominica was home to approximately 74,000 people, which at the time was the 195 th highest population globally. Due to the relatively small population ...
1 Αυγ 2020 · Dominica's offers a unique cultural heritage forged through centuries of influence from strong African, French, English, and Kalinago roots. The islands distinct history is amplified by the rugged landscape which defined many of its cultural touchstones.
Dominica is a vibrant tapestry of European and African cultures, with the Caribbean’s only remaining population of pre-Columbian Carib Indians. Properly known as the Kalinago, Dominica’s indigenous people inhabit a 3,700-acre territory or reserve on the eastern coast of the island.
Dominica’s population is a mosaic of cultures, primarily composed of African descendants, with significant contributions from the Kalinago (the island’s indigenous people), Europeans, and Asians. This diverse ancestry has shaped a society that is rich in traditions, languages, and customs.
Four diverse cultures mingled to create the island culture of Dominica: The native Caribs influenced the British and French settlers who brought slaves from Africa with them. The resulting creole culture is evident in Dominica’s food and language, as well as in many other important cultural expressions throughout the island.
