A chamanto (Mapudungun chamall, woolen fabric) [1] [2] is a traditional decorative garment from central Chile, similar to a poncho and woven in silk thread and wool. Its entire contour is finished with ribbon edging.

Dec 23, 2020 · In Chile, both men and women wear a charming and very South American garment called “chamanto”. This outerwear has a significant role in Chilean traditional culture. We’re not talking only about the cut and design of this poncho-like garment but also about the ornamentation on it.

Nov 25, 2024 · Though ponchos are worn all around Latin America, especially in Argentina, Chile and Peru, in Chile locals often wear the chamanto, a reversible poncho, made from either wool or silk with a ribbon finish. Traditionally, Chilean festive ponchos incorporate colors like grey, brown, red, black and white.

Dec 28, 2024 · The chamanto, a traditional Chilean garment steeped in cultural significance, reflects the nation’s rich heritage. It is a large, brightly colored poncho -like cloak typically crafted from wool or llama fabric.

Nov 21, 2022 · Chamanto This is a type of poncho found almost exclusively in Central Chile. The garment is highly decorative and full of symbols of its homeland, such as barley, birds, blackberries, copihue, fuchsia, grapes, pansies, and wheat.

May 8, 2015 · One of the main items of Chilean national costume is called "chamanto". It is a kind of poncho, but there is a difference. Both sides of chamanto (inside and outside – light and dark) can be used.

Nov 7, 2024 · People in Chile often wear the chamanto, a reversible poncho made from either wool or silk with a ribbon finish. They also wear a straw hat called a chupalla and a feminine, full-skirted, flowered dress.

A chamanto is a traditional decorative garment from central Chile, similar to a poncho and woven in silk thread and wool. Its entire contour is finished with ribbon edging. The difference between a chamanto and other ponchos is their reversibility, as both sides one light, one dark are fully finished. Traditionally, the dark side of the poncho ...

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Un chamanto (< mapudungun chamall , manta de lana) Es una manta ornamental tradicional de Chile central, similar a un poncho , tejida con hilos seda y lana a doble faz -una clara y otra oscura- que lleva en todo su contorno una huincha.