Willkakuti
In today's world, Willkakuti has become a fundamental issue that impacts various aspects of daily life. From its influence on the economy to its role in society, Willkakuti has featured prominently in current conversations and debates. That is why it is necessary to explore in depth the various aspects related to Willkakuti, analyzing its evolution over time, its impact in different areas and its possible implications for the future. In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of Willkakuti to better understand its importance today and in the future of humanity.
Willkakuti (Aymara for Return of the Sun), Machaq Mara (Aymara for New Year), Mara T'aqa, Jach'a Laymi or Pacha Kuti (in Spanish named Año Nuevo Andino Amazónico (Andean-Amazonic New Year)) is an Aymara celebration in Bolivia, Chile and the Puno Region of Southern Peru which takes place annually on 21 June, commemorating the winter solstice in the Southern Hemisphere.
It was declared a national holiday in Bolivia in 2009 by the government of Evo Morales. In 2013, when the year 5521 of the Aymara calendar was marked, Willkakuti was celebrated in more than 200 places, among them Inkallaqta, Inka Raqay, Samaypata and Uyuni. Its major celebration hub is Tiwanaku.
See also
- Inti Punku (Gate of the Sun)
- Indigenous peoples of the Americas
- Inti Raymi
- Tiwanaku
References
- ^ Radio San Gabriel, "Instituto Radiofonico de Promoción Aymara" (IRPA) 1993, Republicado por Instituto de las Lenguas y Literaturas Andinas-Amazónicas (ILLLA-A) 2011, Transcripción del Vocabulario de la Lengua Aymara, P. Ludovico Bertonio 1612 (Spanish-Aymara-Aymara-Spanish dictionary)
- ^ a b "Mensaje por la celebración del Año Nuevo Andino 2012". regionpuno.gob.pe. Retrieved March 24, 2014.
- ^ "Machaq Mara". Municipality of Pozo Almonte. Retrieved March 24, 2014.
- ^ "Bolivia: Decreto Supremo Nº 173, 17 de junio de 2009". LexiVox. Retrieved 2018-03-14.
- ^ "El Willkakuti traspasa fronteras". Viceministerio de Turismo. Retrieved May 18, 2014.