In this episode we are going to look at the key indigenous groups and their battle to keep their way of life. The Effects of the Spanish, the Gran Colombia, we have to talk about the canal and we will finally luck at panamas independence before a little bit of recent history.

Make sure to check out the website for more information on Panama at:

www.backpackersblueprint.com

https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/north-america/panama

https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/post/panama-city-best-things-to-do

https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/post/island-hopping-san-blas-island

https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/post/bocas-del-toro-hostels

For further reading check out:

https://www.britannica.com/place/Panama

https://www.wikipedia.org/panama

https://pancanal.com/en/

Explore the rich history of Costa Rica in this podcast journey. From ancient archaeology, to modern times, discover the milestones that have shaped this beautiful country. Perfect for history enthusiasts and travelers alike. 🌎🏛️

www.backpackersblueprint.com

https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/north-america/costa-rica

Bibliography for you to explore

https://costarica.org/facts/history/

https://philip.greenspun.com/cr/moon/history

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guayabo_National_Monument

https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1453/

Going to Nicaragua? Here is your chance to understand more about the country as Architect Jack Thompson explores the origin story of the country from the indigenous inhabitants, to the Spanish invasion, British intervention, rebel uprisings, US occupation, the Somoza years and the formation of the Sandinista before finishing on modern day politics.

www.backpackersblueprint.com

https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/north-america/nicaragua

References for the show for further exploration:

https://www.wikipedia.org/

https://www.britannica.com/place/Nicaragua/Cultural-institutions

https://www.getyourguide.co.uk

https://www.jstor.org

If you have ever wondered how Guatemala formed as a country then you are listening to the right podcast. Architect Jack Thompson looks over the history of this beautiful country to give us a better understanding of the events that led to its formation.

www.backpackersblueprint.com

https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/north-america/guatemala

Show Notes and Bibliography for further reading.

Websites

https://www.britannica.com/topic/Maya-people

https://www.tikalnationalpark.org/

https://www.britannica.com

https://www.cia.gov/readingroom/docs/DOC_0000135796.pdf

https://www.spanish.academy/blog

Books

History Encyclopedia

The Complete History of Architecture

Documentaries

Slice History

In the first episode of its kind, we are going to discover the history of Mexico, from the Mayans to the Aztecs, exploring the effects of the Spanish before talking festival, spirits, food and music.

For our journey:

www.backpackersblueprint.com

www.backpackersblueprint.com/mexico

Additional Podcasts to explore:

The BBC food program - A beginners guide to Mezcal

The Agave Road Trip