Discover how the Valdivia people braved the cold January seas to dive for the valuable Spondylus shell.
Pax and Maya travel to Manabi to learn about the first people and legends of giants that roamed the coast.
Pax and Maya learn about the first Ecuadorian navigators and their seafaring skills.
Pax and Maya learn the story of the Lovers of Sumpa and the transformative power of love in Ecuadorian folklore.
Pax and Maya discover the secrets of ancient ceramics in Real Alto.
Pax and Maya discover the significance of Venus figurines in Real Alto, used for fertility and good fortune.
Pax and Maya sculpt a shaman, learning about the ancient city of Real Alto and its people.
Pax and Maya discover the role of the Shaman in Valdivia culture.
Pax and Maya discover the tale of the Giants of Santa Elena and their possible connection to the Valdivia culture.
Pax and Maya play a quiz to learn about the importance of the Spondylus shell to the Valdivia people.