Touna Kalinago Heritage Village

Touna Kalinago Heritage Village offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the way of life of the indigenous people of Dominica, the Kalinago. Located on the banks of the Pagua River, this living village provides insight into traditional hunting, fishing, and herbal medicine practices passed down through generations. The model village is a significant cultural experience, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the customs and traditions of the Kalinago Territory.

Cultural Experience and Heritage

Visitors can stay with Kalinago families, learn their traditional cooking methods and crafts, such as basket weaving, and engage in interactive cultural experiences. The Touna Kalinago Heritage Village plays a key role in preserving the island’s indigenous culture, offering an authentic glimpse into the daily life of the Kalinago, who have maintained their cultural identity despite centuries of European colonization.

A Living Village

Former Kalinago Chief Irvince Auguiste developed this heritage village. It is a tourist attraction and a community project aimed at cultural regeneration and economic sustainability for the local population. Touna Kalinago Heritage Village allows visitors to witness firsthand the simplicity and self-sufficiency of the Kalinago people, who live harmoniously with Dominica’s natural landscape.

The village is an anchor for Dominica’s Tourism Industry, providing a vital link between the island’s cultural heritage and natural environment. Through initiatives like the National Export Strategy (NES) and the Business Gateway Project, the Kalinago people continue to play an integral role in Dominica’s efforts to boost cultural tourism while preserving their rich artistic legacy.