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Extraordinary Textiles
If there's one thing that united the myriad ancient cultures that settled the Andes over the
centuries, it's a textile tradition that is beyond accomplished. Skilled weavers have long
produced elaborate pieces out of wool, cotton and even feathers - some with record-setting
thread counts and mind-boggling designs. Today, the practice continues all over the coun-
try, but one of the best places to acquire a singular piece is at a textile shop in Cuzco (
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, where various fair-trade organizations are keeping traditional weaving alive.
