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Andean Textiles: A Legacy Woven in Time

Have you ever wondered how ancient Peruvian cultures transformed nature into art? On this journey, you won't just see pre-Columbian textiles, but you'll understand the deep connection between these societies and their environment. An experience that goes beyond observation.

Andean Textiles in Cusco | Casa Cartagena

Cultural Textile Experience

Discover the millenary art that connects nature and worldview

At the heart of Cusco, where every thread tells an ancestral story, Casa Cartagena invites you to immerse yourself in the Andean textile universe. A unique cultural experience that reveals how pre-Columbian civilizations transformed natural fibers into sacred art, creating a visual language that transcends time.

Your Textile Experience Includes:

-Pre-Columbian textile collection

Contemplate authentic pieces that narrate stories of millenary cultures

- Connection with Andean worldview

Discover how each design reflects the sacred relationship with nature

- History of sacred camelids

Understand the fundamental role of alpacas and vicuñas in textile culture

- Ancestral techniques explained

Learn about traditional processes of spinning, dyeing and weaving

The Experience

In this cultural heritage space, each fiber connects you with the deepest essence of the Andes. An experience that transcends the visual to touch the spirituality and wisdom of our ancestors, revealing how textile art was the universal language of pre-Columbian cultures.

Details of your Cultural Experience

-Duration

Between 1 and 2 hours of cultural immersion

-Schedule

By prior reservation

-Includes

  • Specialized guided tour
  • Complete cultural explanation
  • Andean herbal tea tasting
     

-Location

Meeting point: Casa Cartagena - Historic Center of Cusco

Who is this experience for?

For travelers seeking to connect with the cultural essence of Peru. Here you will connect with the very essence of the Andes through its most representative art.

Book your Textile Experience

WhatsApp: +51 915 399 960

Experience conducted outside the hotel

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