By Sue-Ann Wayow
THOSE who have never experienced a Maticoor night celebration will get the opportunity in early May.
The National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago is taking the public on a tour to Princes Town to highlight the area’s rich built and cultural heritage on May 6.
In a media release, the National Trust stated that during the tour, visitors will see the first Canadian Presbyterian Church, the oldest mosque in Trinidad and a lesser-known railway tunnel –Glenroy’s Tunnel along with other historic assets.
It is also the birthplace of the most popular street food – doubles.
The re-enactment of the Maticoor night which forms part of a traditional Hindu wedding will be performed by the experienced Iere Theatre Productions Ltd.
The release stated, “The traditional Hindu wedding can take place over a three-day period, the first of which is called Matikor/Maticoor. Maticoor night is an important time for empowering the dulahin (bride to be) by providing instruction on sexual matters through humour, dance, song and role-play.”
The cost of the tour is for members of the National Trust – $325 and for non-members – $375.
Persons can contact the National Trust at 225-4750 for further information.
