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Yuruparí on the Pirá Paraná

In short: Explore how the mythical Yuruparí is linked to the Pirá Paraná and sacred instruments in Colombia’s Vaupés region.

Yuruparí on the Pirá Paraná · River and sacred instruments FAIRY TALE ATLAS · № 108 Yuruparí on the Pirá Paraná Explore how the mythical Yuruparí is linked to the Pirá Paraná and sacred instruments in Colombia’s Vaupés region. Origin Pirá Paraná, Colombia Atlas record 2011 First appearance Exact date unknown SIGNATURE MOTIF River and sacred instruments Reach¹ 1/10 Suggested age² 8+ Member rating No votes yet 1 records · 1 countries or regions blackhorsestories.com

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Origin and tradition

Pirá Paraná, Colombia

The public heritage record of communities along the Pirá Paraná describes Yuruparí as a mythical anaconda who lived in human form. Sacred instruments made from palm wood are associated with this figure. The record shows how the narrative connects with the river and the people who live along it.

Dated records and sources

  1. 2011 · Pirá Paraná, Colombia
    UNESCO · Traditional knowledge of the jaguar shamans of Yuruparí · Heritage listing

Country pages

Origin
Black Horse. Yuruparí on the Pirá Paraná. https://blackhorsestories.com/en/atlas-tale-yurupari/