Quechua Collection

South America, Peru, Cusco. Quechua people standing in front of an Inca wall, holding a lamb and a llama and wearing traditional clothing including a bowler hat, liclla

Peru - Huancayo in Wanka Quechua (Wankayuq) - the capital of the Junin Region, in the central highlands. Date: circa 1910s

South America, Peru, Cusco. A Quechua boy in a poncho and a chullo woollen cap with a Llama standing in front of an Inca wall in the UNESCO World Heritage listed former Inca capital of Cusco

South America, Peru, Cusco. A Quechua woman standing in front of an Inca wall, holding a lamb and wearing a bowler hat and a liclla - while talking on a cell phone in the UNESCO World Heritage listed

Red cinchona and quina, Cinchona pubescens (Cinchona succirubra). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr
FLO4564251 Red cinchona and quina, Cinchona pubescens (Cinchona succirubra). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer

American race. Pampanese Sciaurri, Araucane
6202805 American race. Pampanese Sciaurri, Araucane; (add.info.: "American race. Pampanese Sciaurri, Araucane". Image caption Original styled according to the nineteenth-century concept of)

A Llama sacrifice
3329975 A Llama sacrifice; (add.info.: Drawing of a Llama sacrifice by Felipe Guaman Poma de Ayala (1550-1616) a Quechua nobleman. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Mama Ocllo, a figure in Inca mythology
3329965 Mama Ocllo, a figure in Inca mythology; (add.info.: Drawing of Mama Ocllo, a figure in Inca mythology by Felipe Guaman Poma de Ayala by Felipe Guaman Poma de Ayala (1550-1616)

The last Inca King, Tupac Amaru, as a captive of the Spanish
3329952 The last Inca King, Tupac Amaru, as a captive of the Spanish; (add.info.: Drawing of the last Inca King, Tupac Amaru (1545-1572)

Indians of Peru and Bolivia, South America, 1864. Creator: Joseph Austin Benwell
Indians of Peru and Bolivia, South America, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. C. L. Rowsell of Valparaiso, of indigenous people belonging to '...the half-civilised part of the native South

Quechua woman sitting in the sun, Bolivia, South America, wearing homespun cloth made from the fleece of local animals such as llama and vicuna. 1922

South America, Peru, Cusco. A Quechua porter and mules carrying baggage on the trail to Choquequirao

South America, Peru, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Maras. A Quechua woman extracting salt from the Pre-Hispanic Inca Maras salt pans (Salinas/Salineras de Maras)

South America, Andes, Peru, Paisac o Pisac or P isaq is a Peruvian village in
South America, Andes, Peru, PAisac o Pisac or P isaq is a Peruvian village in the Sacred Valley, indian woman

South America, Peru, Cusco. A Quechua woman with a llama in traditional dress - wearing a montera hat, a pollera skirt made from bayeta weave-wear

Low-class Quechua woman and man of Chuquisaca, Bolivia, South America
6339092 Low-class Quechua woman and man of Chuquisaca, Bolivia, South America by Duverger (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Low-class Quechua woman and man of Chuquisaca, Bolivia, South America)

Red cinchona and quina, Cinchona pubescens (Cinchona succirubra). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Quechua woman, Bolivia, South America
Quechua woman sitting in profile, Bolivia, South America, with silver spoons adorning her plaited hair. Date: 1922

Quipu, means of recording information using knotted strings used by peoples of the Andes in South America (litho)
5208223 Quipu, means of recording information using knotted strings used by peoples of the Andes in South America (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quipu)

Quechua Indian Woman, ca. 1920. Creator: Unknown
Quechua Indian Woman, ca. 1920

Quechua Girl, ca. 1890-1892. Creator: Unknown
Quechua Girl, ca. 1890-1892

Cusco, Peru - Incan Indians and their Llama. Note the Cyclopean Incan walls in the background with near flawless and seamless positioning of the stones. Date: circa 1910s

Quichua Indians, South America, 19th century. Artist: Edouard Riou
Quichua Indians, South America, 19th century

The Ancient Incan Ruins Of Machu Picchu; Cusco, Peru

Peru, A Quechua-speaking woman works her traditional wooden loom on Taquile Island

Peru, A Quechua-speaking man plays his flute on Taquile Island. The 7-sq-km island has a population of around 2, 000 people

Peru, A Quechua-speaking man on Taquile Island wearing traditional dress

Peru, Cusco. An itinerant Quechuan musician plays his bandurria in the hills above Cusco

Peru, Andes, Cordillera Vilcabamba, Nevado Salkantay (or Salcantay). At well over 6000m high, Nevado Salkantay - the name is frequently translated as Savage Mountain - is the highest peak in

Native Quechua people celebrate the day of San Jeronimo, the patron saint of the city, San Jeronimo District, Cusco, Peru, South America

The View From Machu Picchu
Three Peruvian Indians stand in traditional dress on a masonry ledge of the ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu and look out over a deep valley at one of the Amazons source streams

Quechua women on Amantani Island (Isla Amantani), Lake Titicaca, Peru, South America

South America, Peru, Cusco. Stones of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, on the outskirts
Peru, Cusco. Stones of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, on the outskirts of Cusco in the Andes

South America, Latin America, Peru, Urubamba Valley. A typical Quechuan home, with
Latin America, Peru, Urubamba Valley. A typical Quechuan home, with Guinea pigs in the kitchen, in Ollanta

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Traditional Draperies - colourful and artful draperies made by Quechua people presented on an artisan market in Purmamarca which is also called Portal to the Quebrada de Humahuaca Date:

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Traditional Artisan Market - draperies, clothes and bags made by Quechua people presented on an artisan market in Purmamarca which is also called Portal to the Quebrada de Humahuaca Date:

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Traditional Artisan Market - draperies, clothes and bags made by Quechua people presented on an artisan market in Purmamarca which is also called Portal to the Quebrada de Humahuaca Date:

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Rio Purmamarca - dried-up riverbed of Purmamarca river winds its way through by indigenous Quechua farmers cultivated land on the western edge of the little community of Purmamarca Date:

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Purmamarca - primitive farming by indigenous Quechua farmers cultivated land on the western edge of the little community of Purmamarca Date:

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Purmamarca - primitive farming by indigenous Quechua farmers cultivated land on the western edge of the little community of Purmamarca Date:

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Maimara Cemetery - maintained by Quechua farmers Date:

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Traditional Draperies - colourful and artful draperies made by Quechua people presented on an artisan market in Purmamarca which is also called Portal to Quebrada de Humahuaca Date:

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Traditional Artisan Market - items made by Quechua people presented on an artisan market in Purmamarca / Portal to the Quebrada de Humahuaca Date:

Woman in traditional dress and hat weaving using a backstrap loom to weave, Chinchero, Department of Cuzco, Peru. (MR/PR)

Woman in traditional dress and hat, Chinchero, Department of Cuzco, Peru. (MR)

Peru, Lake Titicaca. Quechua or Uros Indian village on the floating Uros Islands

Peru. Machu PIcchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Americas, Peru, Machu PIcchu. The ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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"Exploring the Vibrant Culture in South America" Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Quechua, an indigenous community that thrives in South America. From the ancient city of Cusco to the breathtaking landscapes of Peru and Bolivia, Quechua people proudly preserve their traditions and customs. In Cusco, a group individuals stands tall before an awe-inspiring Inca wall, embodying centuries-old resilience and strength. Their connection to this sacred land is palpable as they hold onto their cultural roots. Venturing further into Peru, Huancayo reveals another facet of Quechuan life. Here, a young boy dons a colorful poncho and chullo woollen cap - symbols of identity passed down through generations. His vibrant attire mirrors the beauty that surrounds him. A Quechua woman gracefully poses against an Inca wall in Cusco, her presence exuding grace and wisdom. She holds onto tradition tightly while embracing progress with open arms - a testament to the resilience ingrained within her culture. Traveling across borders into Bolivia, we encounter a serene scene where a Quechua woman basks under the warm sun. Her peaceful demeanor reflects the harmony between nature and humanity cherished by her people for centuries. The Andes Mountains serve as both guardian and provider for these resilient communities. A dedicated porter accompanied by mules carries essential supplies along treacherous trails in Cusco's Sacred Valley - showcasing their unwavering commitment to preserving their way of life. Pisac or Pisaq village captures our attention next; its charm lies not only in its picturesque setting but also in its inhabitants' deep connection with nature. The harmonious coexistence between man and earth is evident here as locals embrace sustainable practices handed down from their ancestors. Witnessing daily life unfold brings us closer to understanding what it means to be part of this extraordinary community.