Maya Traditions Foundation
Maya Traditions Foundation
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Maya Traditions Foundation is a Guatemalan and U.S. registered nonprofit organization located in Panajachel, Solola, Guatemala. We directly support indigenous Maya women and youth from six rural communities in the Western Highlands of Guatemala. Through our education, health, and ethical tourism programs, we help 49 women and 67 students access greater opportunities for their futures all the while honoring their Maya heritage. We believe that the path to a healthy, sustainable future is an incremental process that, while guided by the Foundation, is ultimately led by our partner communities, the women, and students.
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Jennifer M
Dublin, Ireland1 contribution
Sep 2011 • Couples
The Maya Traditions Herbal Medicine Garden is one element of the Maya Traditions Foundations, a non-profit fair trade organisation that works with the local indigenous Maya people. I had a fantastic time touring the gardens during my stay in Pana, not only did it provide fantastic views of the beautiful lake Atitlan, but it is a unique and quite refreshing way to spend the day in Pana away from the tourist strip of Santander. I would definitely recommend a visit to the herbal gardens, you will learn about the benefit and use of locally grown herbs while also supporting a cause that genuinely enables the local Maya communities.
Written August 13, 2012
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Melissa V
San Diego, CA61 contributions
Apr 2017 • Solo
I came to the Maya Traditions Foundation on a Monday morning at 9:30am after I saw on their site that they offered garden tours Mom.-Fri. 9am-12pm. As it is off the main strip of Santander Road in Panajachel, I took a Tuk-Tuk from my hotel to their main office; a 5 minute ride. Upon drop off, I rang their doorbell and was kindly greeted, given a brief introduction, and sent to see the gardens (about a 5 minute walk from the office). With cute binders in hand (informational info about each medicinal herb in the garden), we were given a tour of the gardens in beautiful detail. Oscar, a student studying agriculture who tends to the gardens, patiently walked us through the gardens while identifying and explaining the medicinal uses of each plant. It was great! We got to touch, smell, and taste as we got to know each plant. He even gave us historical backgrounds of some plants! Having the guided tour made my day! Back at the office, they have a store with teas, tinctures (I bought one for cough), and artisan goods. After our tour, Oscar (I hope I'm remembering his name correctly!) also showed us some teas, soaps, and tinctures for sale with ingredients directly from the garden. It took about 1.5 hours and cost 25 Quetzales ($3.50) for the tour and I gave 10Q as a tip. A small price to pay to know you are supporting a great cause that's helping keep Mayan traditions alive and natural medicine accessible. Check out their site because I know they offer a lot more than the tour I did. Amazing, worthwhile experience, especially if you are interested in Herbalism, natural medicine, Mayan traditions, and learning about new plants you can't find back at home! When I come back I'll schedule a time to see the weaving classes, too!
Written April 5, 2017
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LibertarianToo
Dhaka City, Bangladesh72 contributions
Jul 2012 • Solo
I don't know that this is a 'must see' but it definitely was cool from a 'historical, medicinal, tell me about the local beliefs' perspective. There is so much that the guide had to tell us -- I went on a day when 2 others had also called ahead -- that it didn't all soak in. What I took away was that the organization is growing the herbs for continuity(?) -- to not lose the knowledge, whatever the proper term for that is -- and to promote the use of that herbal knowledge.
If you're just passing through for a 1/2 day you can probably do the wander and enjoy Panajachel thing happily without a visit to the garden. If you are staying overnight I'd say this is a pretty cool cultural visit that you should consider in terms of the garden and its applications as well as the other things that Maya Traditions tells you about their organization and the organization's impact on local Mayan women. I would say you don't really need to have an interest in gardening or medicine to like the tour, but an interest in local culture or history of the locals is pretty necessary to nod your head at the end and say 'that was cool!'
If you're just passing through for a 1/2 day you can probably do the wander and enjoy Panajachel thing happily without a visit to the garden. If you are staying overnight I'd say this is a pretty cool cultural visit that you should consider in terms of the garden and its applications as well as the other things that Maya Traditions tells you about their organization and the organization's impact on local Mayan women. I would say you don't really need to have an interest in gardening or medicine to like the tour, but an interest in local culture or history of the locals is pretty necessary to nod your head at the end and say 'that was cool!'
Written August 15, 2012
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Jamie Gringo G
Tucson, AZ82 contributions
Jun 2017 • Friends
This tour starts in the garden where natural dye plants are grown. Then to another house where you see a natural dye being used, the thread being wrapped in balls, the loom being prepared and the weaving started.those on the tour are invited to participate in all the steps. What a great learning experience . Then you get to share lunch with everyone .
Written September 19, 2017
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crader
Washington, DC and environs76 contributions
Apr 2017 • Friends
We spent two days with these wonderful folks - we took the backstrap weaving demonstrations in San Juan La Laguna and Chuacruz. We learned so much about weaving and the Maya women at each location. We had opportunities to try our hand at the many steps involved in creating these beautiful works of art, and shared some good laughs with the Maya women. At each location, the women also cooked a spectacular lunch for us. A once in a lifetime experience - don't miss it!
Written April 14, 2017
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Greetings from Maya Traditions ! So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the feedback.
Written April 18, 2017
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ldtc2
Hoboken, NJ1,020 contributions
Jan 2015 • Friends
A great break from pottery, and textiles, and something that I find fascinating. Bought herbal items as gifts, and for myself. The girls there ( help) were lovely.
Written January 10, 2015
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2275Waves
Comox, Canada107 contributions
Mar 2014 • Friends
A spectacular oasis of calm on a shady hillside. Very informative, hands-on tour and you get to crush the petals in your hands and smell the unique aromas of many different herbs. Later you can purchase tinctures, teas etc. in the nearby gift shop whose revenues support a Maya women's co-operative. The group will even take you on a spectacular boat tour to the indigenous community of San Juan to see firsthand how fabrics are dyed naturally and woven by hand.
Written April 1, 2014
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ginkiecat
Istanbul, Türkiye175 contributions
Jul 2011 • Family
You know about the lake views (breathtaking) and Calle Santander with the restaurants and vendors willing to give you "a good price." A visit to Maya Tradition's garden gives a new take on the community of Panajachel. You will see how traditional herbs are grown and have been used for years to cure ailments and speak to the indigenous garden experts. The staff is friendly and helpful and will make lovely teas and show the drying and other processes associated with their traditional medicines. Slightly out of the hustle and bustle of downtown Pana, take a Tuk Tuk or walk 20 minutes and into the residential neighborhood and see more of Pana in order to visit this pleasant garden with lovely houses, nice staff and a beautiful view. I'm sure going to the website or calling the organization will help you set-up an easy tour. Great for travelers, volunteers and student groups.
Written June 27, 2012
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Hetty F
boston35 contributions
Mar 2012 • Friends
The Maya Traditions Herbal Medicine Garden is a wonderful place to visit while in Panajachel. The staff is well trained and very friendly. The location is also a wonderful spot to see a bird's eye view of Lake Atitlan. A wonderful break from the t-shirt shops in Pana. I will go back when I return to Pana in October.
Written June 26, 2012
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David D
Indianapolis, IN5 contributions
Mar 2012 • Solo
The Medicinal Herb Garden at Maya Traditions is a great tour opportunity if you're traveling anywhere around Lake Atitlan. It's a quick tour (about an hour), that includes tea tasting, breath-taking views of the Lake (the garden is built up and into the hillside), and interesting and informative facts about the uses of medicinal herbs and the traditional ways of the Maya.
Written June 25, 2012
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buenas tardes
quisiera saber que precio tiene la entrada para 2 adultos y 1 niño de un año de edad
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