Taíno - Wikipedia
The Taíno historically spoke an Arawakan language. Granberry and Vescelius (2004) recognize two varieties of the Taino language: "Classical Taino", spoken in Puerto Rico and most of Hispaniola, …
Taino | History & Culture | Britannica
Jan 22, 2026 · Taino, Arawakan-speaking people who at the time of Columbus’s exploration inhabited what are now Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.
Who Were the Taíno, Puerto Rico’s Indigenous Culture?
Jul 24, 2025 · Before the arrival of the Spanish, the Taíno, descended from South American Arawaks, were the dominant culture in much of the Caribbean.
Who Were the Taíno, the Original Inhabitants of Columbus’ Island …
Oct 5, 2023 · If you have ever paddled a canoe, napped in a hammock, savored a barbecue, smoked tobacco or tracked a hurricane across Cuba, you have paid tribute to the Taíno, the Native people …
History - Taino Museum
Fray Pané was appointed by Columbus to record the Taino customs. Living amongst the Taíno, Fray Pané learning their language, religion and worship of the zemi gods as well as Taino music, and culture.
Taíno History and Culture: Indigenous Caribbean People
When Christopher Columbus arrived to the New World in 1492, he became one of the first (and only) outsiders to witness the Taíno culture. Recent ancient DNA research has confirmed that the …
Taino Indian Culture - Welcome to Puerto Rico!
Taíno Indians, a subgroup of the Arawakan Indians (a group of American Indians in northeastern South America), inhabited the Greater Antilles (comprising Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola [Haiti and the …
Exploring the Early Americas - Library of Congress
When Christopher Columbus arrived on the Bahamian Island of Guanahani (San Salvador) in 1492, he encountered the Taíno people, whom he described in letters as "naked as the day they were born." …
Taíno Route: Discover Indigenous Culture in Puerto Rico
Jun 12, 2025 · Puerto Rico is home to some of the most significant Taíno sites in the Caribbean, offering a glimpse into the island’s indigenous culture and history. From ancient ceremonial parks to sacred …
Taino - New World Encyclopedia
While most of their culture was wiped out, Taino survived in Puerto Rico, albeit of mixed lineage, and efforts have been made to revive Taino identity and culture.