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Torito de Pucará, from the Andean ritual to our homes 04

Torito de Pucará, from the Andean ritual to our homes


The “Torito de Pucará” is a symbol of the Andean culture, known as qonopa or illa, which was used in rituals. Then it became a totem symbolizing protection, it is very common to see it in the highest part of the roofs of houses and businesses in Puno. It is also a symbol of happiness in marriage and fertility at…

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