The clothing has changed from generation to generation, but it is common to see men and women wearing hats that resemble the tops of Taita Imbabura and Mamá Cotocachi, respectively, as well as ponchos to represent these mountains and also to help them stay protected from the sun and/or cold. Living in the Equator makes the sun fierce, but the air is often very brisk! There are many other types of traditional clothing of this community, with nuanced differences in the styles and meanings of the ponchos and sombreros. Of course, I can't summarize the meanings of these many types of clothing belonging to many other communities in Ecuado in just one post or by me alone!
Follow up questions:
Why do you think these stories are important, and what do stories represent in different cultures?
When we think about science, do we also think about the creation stories that different communities have?
Can we explore how science and legend can coexist?
Bonus round:
Something that I also loved about Ecuador was all the fruit! There are lots of fruits that I found both here and in O'ahu last summer. Look at the pictures to see if you recognize any and if you know them by a different name! Food and herbs that are found here are used not only because they tastes good, but also, very often, for their medicinal properties. Stay tuned to learn some medicinal remedies!
