Shopping for miniatures (houses, cars, banknotes, diplomas, businesses).
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Alasitas Fair
The Alasitas Fair in Puno celebrates abundance and wishes turned into miniatures: artisans sell tiny houses, cars, diplomas, banknotes and more so visitors can “program” prosperity. The Ekeko, the Andean spirit of abundance, presides over the festivities and, after each purchase, a ch’alla and blessing are performed (civil and/or religious). It is a popular early-May event with music, traditional food and a family-friendly atmosphere along Floral Avenue and its surroundings.
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The Alasitas Fair in Puno celebrates abundance and wishes turned into miniatures: artisans sell tiny houses, cars, diplomas, banknotes and more so visitors can “program” prosperity. The Ekeko, the Andean spirit of abundance, presides over the festivities and, after each purchase, a ch’alla and blessing are performed (civil and/or religious). It is a popular early-May event with music, traditional food and a family-friendly atmosphere along Floral Avenue and its surroundings.
Shopping for miniatures (houses, cars, banknotes, diplomas, businesses).Ch’alla ritual and blessing of the Alasitas offerings.Gathering of artisans and master miniaturists.
LocationPuno city
Best seasonThe first week of May, especially around the 3rd; arrive early or at sunset to avoid the heaviest crowds.
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Key highlights
What you'll experience at Alasitas Fair
Ch’alla ritual and blessing of the Alasitas offerings.
Gathering of artisans and master miniaturists.
Altiplano cuisine and live music.
Ekeko as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune.
Notable moments
Suggested agenda
Blessing and ch’alla of miniatures
Parade and exhibition of artisans
May 3rd tribute (Cross of May)
Sikuri and dance performances
Ekeko trail (offerings and photo spots)
Where it happens
This is how Alasitas Fair feels
Stalls line the avenues and squares with rows of miniatures, music and the smell of street food; the flow of people is constant and most purchases are paid in cash.
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