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Koshamhñats (Yanesha' celebration)

The photo shows Yanesha' elders after finishing one of their dances/chants (Koshamhñats), namely the Konareñets, the drum dance. They stand on the shore of the Palcazu river.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2025
Date Uploaded: 10.2025
Photo Location: Palcazu District, Oxapampa Province, Pasco, Peru, Peru
Camera: X-T5
Copyright: © Mariana Poblete