Monday, July 6, 2009

Chinchero, Salineras, and Moray

Saludos!

This weekend we went to the nearby town of Chinchero to visit a women´s weaving cooperative. This cooperative was started 32 years ago with the intent of saving the traditional art of weaving. These women get together seven days a week to weave, share stories and teach the once endangered art of weaving to area youth.

We also visited the ruins of Moray - and old Incan amphitheater - and the salt mines of Salineras. There is a lot to do here in the Sacred Valley! We hope you enjoy the photos.

Saludos!
Hannah and Yaser


salt mines of Salineras

women's weaving cooperative

painting a mural


teaching local children