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The original name of the city is San Antonio de Padua de Guayama, named after the saint Anthony of Padua; as with other settlement names in Puerto Rico, the name was eventually shortened to Guayama. Guayama comes from the name of a Taíno cacique (chief), who was leader of the tribes in the southeastern coast of Puerto Rico.
In Puerto Rico, brujeria has evolved from Indigenous Taino beliefs, African spiritual practices, and Spanish Catholicism. ... Guayama – Puerto Rican "City of Witches"
Cacique who historian José Toro Sugrañes believed ruled the region of current Juana Díaz, Puerto Rico. The Jacaguas River was named in his honor. [43] Jibacoa: Cacique of the area Majibacoa present day Las Tunas, Cuba [44] Jumacao: Cacique of the area which includes the current city of Humacao, Puerto Rico, named in his honor. [45] Loquillo
The folklore of Puerto Rico prominently features the blend of music, dance, religion, spirits, monsters, natural forces and the mystery of the unknown. These are often framed within the context of historical circumstances and the multiculturalism that characterizes a military enclave and trading outpost.
TODAY talked to the experts to better understand the beliefs of modern witches, as well as breaking down the origin of witch stereotypes in pop culture. Here's everything to know on witchcraft ...
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Costello was born Juana de Dios Castrello y Cruz in Guayama, Puerto Rico on April 23, 1913, [3] although 1917 is often incorrectly sourced. [4] Career.
Casa Cautiño is a house museum in Guayama, Puerto Rico. The museum collection, administered by the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture, include works of art, wood carvings, sculptures and furniture built by Puerto Rican cabinetmakers for the Cautiño family. [1] It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.