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Indigenous weaving workshops at the El Chile community

Description

The indigenous community of El Chile is a living example of the struggle for a people's cultural and historical preservation.

Telares El Chile is a weaving workshop where a group of women have become ambassadors of one of the most representative community traditions. Here you will learn its history and you can see and participate in the process of making its wide variety of products ranging from purses to backpacks, carpets and bedspreads. Also we walk in the community where other groups of artisans also produce fabrics with ancient techniques.

The tour continue with a walk to the viewpoint of Cerro El Chile, where you will have a 360-degree view of the valley and surrounding mountains. Finally, enjoy a traditional lunch in the house of a local family, to have an inside look at their lifestyle.

On this tour it is possible to buy handicrafts directly to women who produce them.

Highlights:

Interaction with local people
Possibility of buying the products
Easy Nature walk
Amazing viewpoint

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Bilingual guide
  • Entrance
  • Traditional lunch

Note:
Pickup and dropoff within the city of Matagalpa included. Please specify your exact location when making a reservation.

Tips and Practical Information

Lenght: 5 – 6 hours

Departure place(s)

Matagalpa

Prices

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Terms and Conditions

General Conditions Matagalpa Tours

Cancellation Without Penalty:
Cancellations made at 31 days before the day of arrival will not incur any penalties.

Cancellation Penalties:
Cancellations made with less than 31 days before arrival day, the following percentages will be charged, besides the initial payment if the reservation is cancelled:

30 days to 24 hours beforehand: 25%
24 - 0 hours beforehand: 50%
In case of no-use of the reserved service: 100%