Ancient Maya Sacred Cacao Groves: Cultivating cacao trees in the shade of karst sinkholes
The Ancient Maya cultivated cacao trees in sacred groves located in the shade of karst sinkholes, which which were ideal for cacao cultivation
Anthropology & Archaeology News
Anthropology is the study of human beings in their social and cultural contexts. This includes everything from the way we interact with each other, to the way our societies are structured, to the way our cultures shape who we are as individuals. It is a fascinating field of study that can tell us a great deal about ourselves and the world around us.
This academic discipline is not just about studying cultures from a distance. It also involves getting out into the field and interacting with the people who are part of those cultures. This can involve doing things like living with a tribe for some time, or interviewing people about their lives and customs. By engaging directly with the people they are studying, sociocultural anthropologists gain a deeper understanding of their cultures and the ways they interact with the world around them.
Carlisle Castle Restores 15th-Century Carvings Believed to Be by Prison Guards
In a painstaking restoration project, workers at Carlisle Castle in England have managed to uncover carvings that are thought to have been created by prison guards in the 15th century.
Compensating the Victims of the Stolen Generations of Australia
Australia to pay compensation to the Stolen Generations of Australia – thousands of indigenous children forcibly taken from their mothers.
Is the Geisha on the verge of extinction?
The term Geisha refers to women who are traditional Japanese performance artists. They specialize in Japanese dance, music and singing and are easily recognized by their distinctive appearance. They wear elaborate kimonos and wigs, and paint their faces white. Geishas are not only artists, but also trained hosts. They entertain business men and other clients … Read more
Dowry Deaths – When Dowries lead to Violence and Murder
India’s dowry system originated thousands of years ago, at a time when women could not inherit property. Parents who wanted to provide financial security for their daughters, who would otherwise end up penniless, bestowed a dowry to them when they got married. This gift of property, jewellery or other assets would be registered in the … Read more
Indigenous Alaskans Host Their Annual Olympics
Every year athletes with Alaska Native Heritage from all over the world travel to Fairbanks in Alaska to compete in the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics (WEIO). The annual Olympics are an opportunity for Indigenous Alaskans to come together and keep their traditions alive. The competitive events at the games include: “[The WEIO] becomes more important year … Read more
