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Tag: Tupi Guarani Folklore

Legend of Mate
cultural history ethnobotany folklife folklore folktale legend lore mythology plantlore south america traditions customs religion travel treelore

PARAGUAY: On the origins of MATE

Visiting South America, I was often invited to share a mate, by  friendly and curious people. Having a mate or terere means sharing stories and being part of a deeply cultural ritual.

… PARAGUAY: On the origins of MATE

garganta del diablo
cultural history folklore legend mythology south america travel treelore

Paraguay | Brazil | Argentina: On the creation of the IGUAZU Falls

This legend came to us, sitting in a restaurant in Foz do Iguacu, near the Iguazu falls, sharing my meal with a big tourist group from Brazil, luckily some spoke Spanish, so did Leticia, the Lady sitting near me. Discover the creation of the Iguazu falls.

… Paraguay | Brazil | Argentina: On the creation of the IGUAZU Falls

cultural history ethnobotany etymology folklife folklore folktale history legend plantlore south america timeline treelore

TIMELINE: A story of yerba mate

The story of how Yerba Mate was first discovered and then spread through South America is a fascinating tale that includes legends, politics, religion, intrigue, slavery, war and innovation.

… TIMELINE: A story of yerba mate

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