Connect with Medellín: Explore the Ancient Art of Weaving and Its Cultural Significance
Medellin
Discover the ancient art of weaving in Medellín and its cultural significance. Explore the intricate techniques used by our ancestors to create beautiful textiles and learn about the role of weaving in rituals and events.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Medellin - Upon reaching the Sugarloaf guardian hill in the 13 de Noviembre district, you’ll have the opportunity to delve into the history of this ancient fiber. You’ll gain insights into the creation of various items, including artisan crafts, and understand how fique contributes to environmental conservation. Medellin remains dedicated to revitalizing the fique tradition, a cultural staple of this area that reached its zenith in the 1960s. Fique was once revered as the ‘white gold’ of the Antioquia region.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Weaving workshop
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Airport and departure taxes
Additional Information
Our natives were the authors of the domestication of domestication of plants, with plants and intuitive chemistry, they intuitive chemistry, they gave color to the fibers, at the same time that they and complex weaving became more refined and complex. Warp and warp and weft were skillfully handled by holding the threads in a wooden
on a wooden frame called a loom. With the fibers they covered their dead, and used them as offerings in rituals and events. in rituals and events. They were skilled at making fine blankets and other objects made of cotton and fique
- English Guide during transportation optional
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- It is suitable for all types of public
Location
Medellin
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
