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    The Pilgrimage to the Snow Mountain

    Peru

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    After three days of dances, songs and prayers, the pilgrims leave. Their ritual 'cells' stay as well as some crap that contributes to the rapid melting of snow. This is a faith that moves (and melts) mountains. by: qoyllurritti Views[369] It is a colorful spectacle. However the brotherhood of Qoyllur Riti, does not like tourists. “This is not a commercial show, like the Inti Raymi. I don’t want tourists taking pictures,” says an irritated authority, his breath making white figures. by: qoyllurritti Views[510] After entering the chapel of the Lord of Qoyllur Ritti, several troupes go to offer their dances to the Qollqe Punku. People also get married in front of this Apu (God). They don't need a Catholic priest; anyone can officiate it. by: qoyllurritti Views[463] The stream of people walks more than eight miles during all the night, between cliffs and grasslands, enduring freezing temperatures and sliding all the time due to the night frost that wets their coats. Some carry candles, flags or blankets. Others carry children on their backs. by: qoyllurritti Views[424] Thousands of pilgrims, organized by parades and Inca nations, climb the mountain at over 15,500 feet, dancing and singing with unusual energy. At CuZco, Peru. by: qoyllurritti Views[363]
     
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    My Scholarship entry - A 'place' I have visited

    Friday, 14 Dec 2012 | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

    From the airplane I like to see small lost villages within the folds of the Andes. I like the fat rain drops to soak me as I ride my motorcycle through some Amazonian town. In these moments, I reaffirm my belief: life is too short to notice and give notice ... Read more >
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    Photos: QoyllurRitt'i

    Friday, 14 Dec 2012 | Photo Gallery

    Thousands of Indians and mestizos of the southern Andes of Peru pilgrimage to one of the Apus (gods) most important in their worldview: the snowy mountain Qolke Punku (15,500 feet), which also houses the Catholic Lord Ritt'i Qoyllur. Pure religious syncretism.... Read more >
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