Traditional medicine, and music For post disaster recovery
Location
Place : Chincha Alta
Country : Peru
Region : Latin America
Hazard
Primary : Earthquake
Typology of Heritage
Performing Arts
Knowledge and Practices concerning nature
Aspect of Disaster Management
Recovery
Summary
After the 2007 earthquake, the local people of Chincha province used their traditional knowledge of medicinal plants and healing practices to treat the injured and sick. They also used their traditional music and dance to express their emotions and solidarity.
