Category: Did You Know

Did You Know

01/09/2022 By monae

Did You Know?: Uncovers fascinating facts about Saint Lucia, from historical milestones to cultural trivia. The “Did You Know?” column shines a spotlight on the fascinating, both well-known and hidden, facts about Saint Lucia. From historical milestones and cultural trivia to natural wonders and little-known achievements, this column uncovers the rich tapestry that makes our […]

St.Lucia’s Original National Wear | The Wob Dwiyet

12/13/2015 By monae

Before the current national cultural wear, the Madras, there was the Wob Dwiyet. It is from the Wob Dwiyet that the Madras national dress was born. Pictured members of Les Fleurs Sessenne (Royalty)   So what are the origins of the Wob Dwiyet? In the18th century, French women wore a similar outfit. So on feast days, […]

St.Lucia | Land of the Iguanas?

09/16/2015 By monae

Did you know… …that our early ancestors called St.Lucia“Iyanoloa” which means Land of the Iguanas?St.Lucia is such a gem that the English and French fought for ownership of the island 14 times. They both ruled seven times each. And, because it switched between British and French control so many times, Saint Lucia has been nicknamed […]