Santeria Israel
- March 17, 2001
- Rated 4 of 5 by
travelman from toronto, Ontario
This is one of the most fascinating cultural museums anywhere. It is dedicated to the Black Madonna and the cult of Santeria, of Afro-Cuban origins. Much of the population of Trinidad originated in Jamaica and came as slaves to work the sugar-cane fields in the area in the 17th century. Senor Israel is also known as 'santero', el gordo' or 'el alto'. Explanation was mainly in Spanish but the place is well worth a visit for its uniqueness. It is located in a former sugar-baron mansion, of which there are many in Trinidad.
From journal Trinidad, CUBA: A UNESCO World Heritage Site