DOMINICA THE SECRET GARDEN is a feature length documentary about the
beautiful island of Dominica, popularly know as the Nature Island. It
is located in the Caribbean Sea between Guadeloupe and Martinique, not
to be mistaken for Dominica Republic. This mystical Island of numerous
waterfalls, lakes, rivers and hot springs is a hidden garden, unspoiled
and protect by its rouged mountains and people. The chronicles of it's
amazing history, culture, and it's magnificent geography is revealed in
this 60 minute documentary.
Learn about the indigenous Kalinago people, otherwise known in the
history books as Caribs. Their history and journey to the Island 1000
years ago and how they manage to still be around today. Visit the last
Carib Territory in the Caribbean.
Take a visual journey through historical Dominica. Learn about
Christopher Columbus and his visit to the Island, his encounter with
the Kalinago people and the fierce resistance put up by the Kalinagos
toward colonization through out the years. "It is said that because
Dominica remains so naturally untouched Columbus would probably still
be able to recognize her today."
Learn about how the French planters of neighboring island Martinique
and Guadeloupe became the first European settlers on the island. About
the Runaway Slaves or Maroons known locally as the Neg Mawon, who made
settlements in the heights of Dominica. How they collaborate with the
Kalinago people and put up a great resistance against the plantation
owners. Years later history repeated itself with the arrival of the
dread act in the seventies.
Dominica the Secret Garden discusses the island's distinctiveness in
many ways. It shows why Dominica has one of the most rugged landscapes
in the Caribbean, which is covered by a largely unexploited,
multi-layered rain forest. Also why it is among the earth's most
rain-drenched lands. "The island, home to rare species of wildlife, is
considered by many as a beautiful, unspoiled tropical preserve."
Interviews with marine biologist explain why Dominica's underwater
topography makes it a perfect habitat for whales and among the best
dive sites in the world. Also Herbalist that discuss the traditional
herbs used for medicinal and cooking purposes. And Musicologist that
discuss the different types of music that has evolve from the Island
and it's role to their society.
Learn why Dominica specializes in Eco tourism and about it's many
natural spots that you can enjoy while visiting. Taking you to the
capital and various towns highlighting their main attractions and why
they are a must if you plan to visit this Island. Visit several cozy
accommodations available through Eco-lodges that are made from local
material such as wood, stones, bamboo, etc in a natural environment.
Discover Dominica's rich culture that comes from its mix of English,
French, African, and Carib peoples. It's food, music, dance, language,
and hospitality. Types of dishes and where to eat, also where to go,
what to do as the numerous attractions around the island that are
available such as adventure hikes, whale watching, bird watching,
diving, turtle watching and many others.
Too beautiful for it's own good. Visitors glory in it's hot water
springs, pools at the bottom of rain forests, waterfalls or bathe in
rivers whose cliffs are covered with vines, giant ferns and yellow red
claws of giant heliconia plants. This DVD welcomes you to enter this
unspoiled Secret Garden.