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JAMAICA Woman in Jamaica’s traditional costume.
Originally inhabited by the indigenous Taíno peoples, Jamaica came under Spanish rule following the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1494. Many of the indigenous people were either killed or died of diseases to which they had no immunity, after which the Spanish then brought large numbers of African slaves to Jamaica as labourers.
Our Costumes - JÁNUKA
JÁNUKA dancers wear a variety of costumes. We choose what to wear, based on the formality or informality of an occasion, or on the request of event organisers. Our costumes are designed and made specifically for JÁNUKA by one of our quadrille dancers – Jean Watson. Part 1: The significance of our costumes Our costumes […]
