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Qoyllur Rit’i
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Dispatch from Qoyllur Rit’i: A 24-Hour Sleepless Pilgrimage with the Ukukus
The Ukukus, a group of traditional Andean dancers, embark on a yearly pilgrimage between sacred mountains. Read this firsthand account.
Culture
Qoyllur Rit’i: Music, Dance, Chaos, Cold, Color, and Mystery
At any given moment, you'll find yourself surrounded by dancers and musicians whose movements and melodies bring Qoyllur Rit’i to life.
Culture
Inca Prophesies: Connections Between Qoyllur Rit’i and Pachakuti
Learn about the Inca concept of Pachakuti and how it relates to the age-old Andean festival Qoyllur Rit'i that takes place in Cusco.
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Amazing Things to Experience in Cusco: Qoyllur Rit’i Pilgrimage
One of the most important festivals in the Cusco region is the pilgrimage of the Snow Star Mountain, or the Lord of Qoyllur Rit’i.