Arts > Music > Popular MusicLearn More about Peruvian Culture Posted by Jflores in Arts on July 21st Cheap S'well Bottle Canada , 2015
Peruvian culture is a true melting pot, influenced by several different factors. The country is ancient, has deep roots in the Incan culture and is influenced keenly by the Spanish conquistadors and different settlers. Over time, people who immigrated from Africa, China S'well Bottle Canada Clearance , Japan and Europe have made their own contributions to the eclectic culture, influencing the food, the lifestyle and the people.
The most important aspect of Peruvian culture is their family structure and their religion. Most Peruvians are very pious people and have great respect for family and elders. You’ll find several large families with generations living together, helping each other out.
Music and Dance
Dance and music are central to the Peruvian culture. The Andean music is famous for its sweet, lingering and lively compositions. Peruvian artists usually favour flutes and panipipes S'well Water Bottle Canada , which have been in use here for several hundred years.
The Spaniards introduced string instruments such as the charango, violins and harps. The compositions played on these instruments are usually complimented by native drums, brass as well as wood-wind musical instruments.
The Andean people have at least 300 different styles of dance, of which, the huayano is considered most popular. The music and dance from the coastal region is very different from the Andean styles. The Criollo music consists of an enchanting blend of Spanish and African styles.
Art and Crafts
Art is also a very important part of Peruvian culture. In fact S'well Bottle Canada Wholesale , you can date back Peruvian love for the arts to before the Incan times. Hand carving of wood, creating jewellery from precious metals like gold and silver are prominent here. You’ll find hand carved wooden statues and alters in Peruvian homes. Some families have preserved ancient techniques and art forms in their lines. Native Amerindian families still spin llama, alpaca and sheep wool as well as cotton.
Sports
Peruvians are big fans of football and it is a very significant part of the Peruvian culture. It’s played in schools, in open grounds and parks. Many children are very proficient in the game and aspire to be great football players. There are two, widely popular football teams in Peru. The Universitario de Deportes team and Alianza Lima team. Both of them have large fan following and the rivalry between the two teams can be explosive.
Aside from football S'well Bottle Canada Sale , people who live in the coastal regions are also interested in surfing. The Chicama Beach is a very popular surfing destination and is said to have the longest waves in the world.
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