Children of the Sacred Mountain: Qoyllurit’i, Pilgrimage in the Peruvian Andes (Mystical Cusco: Photography, Memory, and Ancestral Traditions of the Andes) Paperback – September 3, 2025

This book combines documentary photography and personal chronicle to showcase the strength of a tradition that has endured through the centuries, weaving together Andean spirituality with the symbols of Christianity. The Ukukus—mythical guardians, half bear and half human—along with sacred dances, towering mountains, and collective rituals, reveal a world where faith and nature merge into a single language.More than a photography book, this work is a cultural testimony and a visual memory for future generations. Perfect for those who wish to understand the living culture of Cusco, explore Andean roots, or be inspired by images that speak for themselves. A visual and narrative journey into the ancestral Andean rite through 155 photographs and chronicles.Ideal for readers interested in:Documentary and travel photographyAndean culture and ancestral traditionsCultural heritage and spirituality in the AndesArt books, history, and visual anthropologyLet yourself be carried away by this unique testimony to the strength, faith, and beauty of the Peruvian Andes. Read more