Indigenous influence on modern day Punta Mita
During your stay at our luxury villas in Punta Mita, don’t miss out on the bevy of art and culture activities that preserve and pay homage to Huichol traditions. Thanks to the migration of roughly 4000 Huichol Indians from the Sierra Madre mountains to more urbanized areas, the past 30 years have rightly seen a major development in the integration and inclusion of their culture in Punta Mita’s tourism sector.
If you happen to take a day trip to Punta Mita’s larger neighboring town, Puerto Vallarta, you’ll come across numerous art galleries and artisan shops specializing in Huichol crafts. Both the Huichol Gallery and Tierra Huichol shop are well worth a visit. Prepare to be spellbound by the gorgeous ornaments, paintings and statues on sale!
The tribe’s artwork is characterized by vibrant colors and the use of materials such as yarn, beads, wax and paint. Each piece tells its own legend, which acts as a way to preserve their past and channel their sacred knowledge from one generation to the next. Recurring themes include connection with the natural world, religion and spirituality, and the four elements (fire, earth, air and water).
If you’re looking to buy unique souvenirs during your getaway, authentic Huichol artwork makes for the perfect gift. No matter whether you purchase a simple bracelet or a large sculpture, these pieces are highly collectible as each is handmade using traditional techniques that have trickled down the ancestral tree. Investing in this artwork is also a great way to contribute to the Huichol community as it forms a major part of their economy.