Andean Textiles Tour
Peru's brightly coloured textiles are iconic and can be seen throughout the country, each region boasting its own distinctive style. Pay a visit to the Sulca family Textile Gallery and admire the skills of this generations old art form.
Area
Cuzco Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
Type
Art & Architecture
Community & Culture
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Teens
Difficulty
Leisurely
Duration
Half Day
The Sulca family are prominent amongst the Peruvian weaving community and the skills and techniques they use to create their textiles have been passed on through the generations since pre-Inca times. Traditional dyeing methods are also used to create the vibrant coloured fabrics that we see today, using a mixture of naturally sourced plants and minerals. Learn about the techniques and admire some of their work in the gallery and museum before visiting the home of Nilda Callañaupa, an indigenous Quecha weaver from Chinchero (near Cusco). Nilda will demonstrate her weaving using an array of authentic Peruvian tools. This experience offers a perfect introduction to the local culture and the skills which are required to produce such beautiful textiles.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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