There is a richness and a quality of arts and crafts available in Riviera Nayarit that I have seldom encountered elsewhere. This is largely due to the presence of four indigenous Mexican peoples who live in Nayarit – in particular the Huicholes, whose brightly coloured beaded figures and yarn paintings are unique souvenirs. Sayulita is a centre of Huichol art. Here I saw a Huichol artist at work (top) and interviewed Susana Valadez a dedicated Huichol anthropologist (2nd) who told me how The Huichol Center for Cultural Survival is helping to preserve this unique indigenous culture. Designs are eye catching (3rd) and several craft shops provide an excellent opportunity to buy examples (bottom).
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