The Tainos settled the entire Island; which was made up of chiefdoms. The largest of which was located in Kingston
650 - 900 AD
Because in Jamaica they will be able to have easy access to the river and sea where they depend on marine life such as fish, snappers and also domestic use such as bathing, cooking and drinking.
Yamaye is the name which the Tainos gave to Jamaica
650 - 900 AD
most tainos settle in the parish of St.Elizabeth
The Tainos on the coat of arms of Jamaica symbolize the island's Indigenous heritage and acknowledge the original inhabitants of the land before European colonization. They represent the cultural roots of Jamaica and serve as a reminder of the resilience and contributions of the Taino people to the nation’s identity. The inclusion of Tainos emphasizes the importance of recognizing and honoring the diverse history and cultures that have shaped Jamaica.
some names for Jamaica are official name-Jamaica Xaymaca-name given by tainos Jamrock- slang name
The Arawak Indians were the first to arrive on Jamaica
they settled on the coast
The Kalinagos and Tainos loved settling in areas around the water bodies.
they settled in Jamaica , Cuba , Puerto Rico, Hispaniola ,the Bahamas , Trinidad
the tainos lived in the greater Antilles in hammocks.