Nyimii Kwatl News

Welcome to the Nyimii Kwatl News section! Stay tuned for updates about ongoing research, upcoming events, and ways to get involved in preserving and sharing the story of this incredible site. We're excited to share our journey with you!

Nyimii Kwatl and the Spirit of the Mountain: A Shared Kumeyaay Legacy

Today's connection of the Spirit of the Mountain Kumeyaay tradition bridges the cultural and archaeological gap between Nyimii Kwatl and other sacred Kumeyaay ceremonial sites, providing cultural and historical context that substantiates the ritual significance of this site. The parallels between the winter solstice alginment and fire altar rituals described in the article and the findings at Nyimii Kwatl are undeniable.

A References and Resources section has been added to the front page which includes this reference (Kumeyaay Cultural Landscapes of Baja California's Tijuana River Watershed). January 23, 2025

Website launched!

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January 21, 2025