London St Patrick's Day 2019
St Patrick's Day south-american style {Peruvian National Costumes]
The history of Peru is rather long, fascinating and uneasy. This country, as you know, was conquered by the Spanish Empire in 16th century. Spanish conquistadors influenced the Peruvian culture much. But still people of Peru managed to save most traditions, customs and beliefs.
One of the main features of this nation is that Peruvians are excellent craftsmen. Their textile products are estimated in other countries. Every tourist admires the beauty of local handmade clothing and wishes to buy something at Peruvian colorful markets.
There are several features of national clothing in Peru. First of all, clothes is rather warm (because the weather in Andes is cold and changeable) and in most cases – homemade. The main material for making clothing is the wool of Alpaca. Peruvian garments have geometric patterns and vibrant colors. All of these make the traditional costume of Peru very bright and unique.
-nationalclothing.org
London St Patrick's Day 2019
St Patrick's Day south-american style {Peruvian National Costumes]
The history of Peru is rather long, fascinating and uneasy. This country, as you know, was conquered by the Spanish Empire in 16th century. Spanish conquistadors influenced the Peruvian culture much. But still people of Peru managed to save most traditions, customs and beliefs.
One of the main features of this nation is that Peruvians are excellent craftsmen. Their textile products are estimated in other countries. Every tourist admires the beauty of local handmade clothing and wishes to buy something at Peruvian colorful markets.
There are several features of national clothing in Peru. First of all, clothes is rather warm (because the weather in Andes is cold and changeable) and in most cases – homemade. The main material for making clothing is the wool of Alpaca. Peruvian garments have geometric patterns and vibrant colors. All of these make the traditional costume of Peru very bright and unique.
-nationalclothing.org