Andean Highlands Festivals
What is the name of the festival celebrated in Latacunga every September and November to ask Pachamama (Mother Earth) for protection from the Cotopaxi volcano?
Mama Negra
In the Corpus Christi festival of Píllaro (Tungurahua), what are the dancers called who wear red masks with bull horns and carry whips to represent rebellion against Spanish colonizers?
Diablitos (or Los Diablitos de Píllaro)
In which Amazonian province is the Festival of San Juan celebrated with yachak (shaman) rituals, traditional dances, and the belief that rivers have special healing powers on June 24th?
Napo (or Orellana
During which indigenous festival celebrated near the June solstice do communities in Otavalo and Cayambe honor the Sun God with music, dance, and traditional foods?
Inti Raymi
Which traditional drink made from fermented maize is shared during the Yamor Festival in Otavalo to honor indigenous ancestors?
Chicha de Yamor
Which coastal city is famous for its massive Carnival celebration where people throw flour, water balloons, and cascadas (foam) in the streets every February?
Guaranda