- Cantagallo rimac - Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and together you’ll head past the historic center of Lima to Cantagallo, the neighborhood where the Shipibo-Konibo settled a long time ago. It is about a 45-minutes drive if the traffic is not too bad but we promise you won’t get bored observing the bustling streets of Lima.
Today, you’ll meet several members of this urban indigenous community and learn more about their culture, traditions and recent history. You’ll hear how these strong Shipibo artisans are fighting to preserve their traditions and to keep their culture alive. They struggled and had to start again from the bottom, but they have found a good way to get ahead by showing and teaching their art. Not only the typical Shipibo textiles and handicrafts, but also modern Shipibo fashion.
The very recognisable Shipibo style, which is the foundation not just of their art and handicrafts but of their indigenous culture is named Kené. It was declared National Cultural Heritage in 2008 and refers to geometric patterns painted or embroidered on the face or body, ceramics or textiles. The designs of kené represent energy or positive force. It can be expressed, among others, through embroidery, painting, jewellery and body painting.
You will get the chance to try out some of these techniques yourself. This is accompanied by Ikaro singing, medicine songs usually performed by shamans in healing ceremonies. As all indigenous, they are very spiritual people, even if they live in the big city now.
- Private transportation
- All activities included
- Support Shipibo communities
- Lunch provided
This unique adventure in Lima is enjoyable, informative, and truly Peruvian. It’s an ideal choice for those wanting a respite from archaeological and architectural pursuits, yet wish to continue discovering the richness of Peruvian culture and its multiplicity. In this cultural immersion excursion, you’ll spend time with the indigenous community of the Shipibo-Konibo; originally they hail from the Amazon, but several families migrated to Lima years ago, establishing their own communal environment.
During the trip, you’ll gain insight into Shipibo art, customs, and traditions, as well as their motivating but often sorrowful past and current circumstances. You’ll have the chance to savor a scrumptious, characteristic Amazonian meal with a host family, and even witness and maybe attempt some Shipibo methods. And if watching and learning is more your style, that’s absolutely okay too!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
