Illicachi’s essay introduces us to Sumak Kawsay, a political and philosophical category that the Kichwa peoples propose as an alternative to the Western model of development. While in Europe success is often measured by “living better” (based on accumulation), “Good Living” proposes a life of fulfillment, harmony, and balance with the community and nature. At […]
Category Archives: Ancestral Wisdom and Traditions
Stories, teachings and spiritual practices from South America, India and Tibet. Posts about the cultural significance of the products and traditions of each region.
In Andean thought, the concept of Pacha transcends the simple translation of “world” or “time.” According to Illicachi Guzñay’s research, Pacha represents a cosmic order where everything is interconnected: space, time, and life itself. For the Italian public, accustomed to the architectural harmony of the Renaissance, Pacha offers a new way of understanding interior design. […]
Nowadays we live in a world based on technology, which is advancing by leaps and bounds day after day. We live in the world of information and globalization, in which we can acquire everything we want at a low cost, thanks to the mass production of objects. We have so much accessibility in our lives […]



