Culture and History26 julio, 2019 Cave Paintings Enrique Hambleton Professional photographer, writer and conservationist of Baja California Sur’s heritage. Thanks to Enrique’s research and work, the Cave Paintings of the Sierra de San Francisco were declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1993. Mexican citizen with deep roots in Baja California Sur, the first von Borstel arrived to La Paz from GermanyContinue reading...
Culture and Gastronomy8 julio, 2019 THE GASTRONOMY OF COMUNDEÑA José Soto Molina ORIGIN OF CULINARY TRADITIONS The origin of dishes typically prepared during the 19th century came from missionaries and the first colonists. The cuisine was influenced by two separate geographic sources. 1) The towns of San Jose and San Miguel de Comondu, La Purisima-San Isidro, San Luis Gonzaga and the old orchards of the mountain area,Continue reading...
Art and Culture17 mayo, 2019 The Rising of the Pericue Josafat de la Toba & Anibal Castro There was friction between the Indians and the missionaries from the very beginning. The evangelizers insisted the native inhabitants abandon their customs. Polygamy was the number one issue. The natives viewed polygamy as a strategy for human survival. In the eyes of the missionaries, it was demonic behavior.Continue reading...
Culture and Destination21 marzo, 2019 Rocks near Cataviña Anthony Quartuccio Immense boulders transform the landscape into a spectacular rock garden near Cataviña. Thousands of rocks ranging in size from marbles to housetops are scattered for miles as though they were tumbled by the giant hand of nature. Cirio and cactus plants are wedged among the boulders, battling their way upward, creating an incredible sight. EveryContinue reading...
