Popayán Province facts for kids
Popayán Province was a historical region in South America. It started as an area controlled by Spain during colonial times. After countries in South America gained their independence, Popayán Province became part of new nations. It was first a province within the Cauca Department of Gran Colombia, and later it joined the Republic of New Granada.
Life in Popayán Province
We can learn about life in Popayán Province from old paintings. In 1853, an artist named Manuel María Paz painted many watercolors of the region. These paintings show us what people and places looked like back then.
People and Clothing
Manuel María Paz's paintings show us interesting details about the people.
- Indigenous Peoples: In a village called Pancitará (or Pansitará), the paintings show indigenous people wearing a type of poncho called a ruana. A ruana is a thick, square or rectangular piece of cloth with an opening for the head, worn over the shoulders.
- Llapangas: The paintings also feature women known as Llapangas. These women were often skilled in "embroidery, dressmaking, or shop work." They wore special clothes: embroidered cotton blouses and flannel skirts. Interestingly, they were known for their "neat, well-groomed bare feet."
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Popayán in New Granada around 1810.
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A map showing Popayán Province.
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Images for kids
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Popayán in New Granada around 1810.
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A map showing Popayán Province.
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Popayán para niños
