Huichol Art In Puerto Vallarta

The United States Of Mexico is rich in cultural heritage, tradition, and ancient peoples. Throughout the country, 69 unique languages, including Spanish, are spoken by many different indigenous or ethnic groups. 

Before independence and the spiritual conquest of Mexico, several empires, kingdoms, and civilizations spread across the region. The largest included:

• The Olmecs (The oldest known)
• The Mexica Empire
• The Zapotec
• The Maya
• The Teotihuacan 
• The Toltec            

The Huichol

The Huichol or Wixárika people lived In the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range in the States of Nayarit, Jalisco, Zacatecas, and Durango, and parts of the United States of America. Today, they predominantly live in western regions of Mexico around the mountains of Jalisco and Nayarit. 

The Huichol/Wixárika tribe (also known as The Wixáritari – or – The People) have been able to preserve their heritage, including their world-renowned artwork, for sale in the markets and galleries of Puerto Vallarta and The Bay of Banderas. 

If you wish to visit Huichol villages in Nayarit and experience their distinct culture, including artwork, costume, music, and dance, day trips and excursions are available from local tour operators.

Arte Huichol Wixarika

Huichol artwork is commonly yarn paintings and three-dimensional objects decorated with vibrantly colored beads. Yarn paintings consist of fibers pressed onto boards coated with wax and resin. The Wixáritari also has a long history of beading, making beads from clay, shells, corals, and seeds, and using them to make jewelry and decorate intricate artwork such as masks, figurines, bowls, and pictures. 

Huichol (pronounced Wet-chol) costumes and clothing are also very colorful, with red, black, and blue embroidered patterns on shirts, trousers, and skirts. Hats are made with palm leaves and decorated with loosely hanging threads, ribbons, or feathers. 

Where to Find Wixarike Arte

Puerto Vallarta and the surrounding areas have a vibrant arts and crafts scene, and Wixarika Huichol Arte is sold in many galleries, shopping stores, weekend markets, and street stalls. 

San Andrés, Santa Catarina, and San Sebastián are other major cultural centers for Huichol art and crafts and are located just a few hours by car from Puerto Vallarta.    

Visit Puerto Vallarta And Enjoy The Best Of Huichol Culture

Visit Puerto Vallarta and immerse yourself in local culture and heritage. At Puerto Vallarta Villas, we can help you find your ideal vacation apartment, condo, or villa and advise you on the best places to visit and enjoy Mexican life, art, literature, music, and cuisine. 

Contact us today, and we can make your vacation dreams come true.