Saturday, February 11, 2006

Banda Islands & Spices



Nutmeg & Mace in Banda Islands

Nutmegs, which are easily found drying in the sun in Banda Islands, and mace enter into a bewildering number of preparation in flavoring and medicines. In Europe and the United States, the spices find their way primarily into food and condiments, while in Asia they are used mainly in the production of indigenous medical preparation.
(Compiled from "Maluku, Indonesian Spice Islands", Periplus & photo courtesy of Claudia Caduff, 2005)

More information about "Spices & Banda Islands":

Spices - Exotic Flavors & Medicine

Spice Islands Archaeology Project

Spice Trade

The Ruins of Dutch Era in Banda Island










(Photo Courtesy of Claudia Caduff, 2005)

Interested in joining an exploratory cruise to Banda Islands this year?
Please visit our website for more details about Cruise WC 1 (Flores-Banda-Kei).