Ekeko
deity Tiwanakan single tradition · 1
The Ekeko is the Tiwanakan god of abundance and prosperity in the mythology and folklore of the people from the Altiplano. He is a traditional god of luck and prosperity popular in the western region of Bolivia. Its chief importance in popular culture is as the main figure of the annual Alasitas fair.
When
- Attested period
- -600 – 2020
- Historical notes
- Associated with the pre-Columbian Tiwanaku civilization.
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“Throughout other regions the festival for the Ekeko is held in October and known by the name Calvario.”
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