- Characteristics of common clothing in the Galapagos Islands
- Recommended clothing for tourists
- References
The typical clothing in the Galapagos Islands is very similar to that of the other regions of Ecuador. The typical costume for women is made up of a flat skirt to which a petticoat is not necessarily added.
When the island was discovered by the Spanish Fray De Varlanga, there were no natives, for this reason the clothing has been inherited from other regions of Ecuador. This expedition was directed to Peru, in the year 1535.
Motivated by the high temperature that can exceed 34 ° C in Galapagos, its inhabitants usually wear light clothing. This is quite comfortable and loosely fitting.
During the celebrations, the men wear cheerful and lively white or flowery dresses. The woman wears a long dress of patterned or plain fabric in very bright colors. It also complements them with matching necklaces and earrings.
Characteristics of common clothing in the Galapagos Islands
Decorations are added at the bottom with colorful ribbons that add a touch to the neutral color of the skirt. The second piece consists of a garment that is usually white, khaki or pure gray in some cases.
The sleeves are generally long and sometimes have a neckline that highlights the woman's bust. On this garment a multicolored cloak is placed that is very Andean.
The jewelry and accessories are very important too, used a hat, necklaces and rings.
The style, decorations and accessories that make up the clothing highlight the natural beauty of the resident woman of the Galapagos Islands, which makes these garments cultural heritage.
The man consists of a typical clothing of the region that is quite basic, consisting of black pants and an indistinct colored shirt with details that make him stand out from the rest.
He also uses a very striking poncho with colors that represent the first inhabitants of the Ecuadorian lands. Like women, they also tend to wear a properly masculine hat.
The clothing used in the Galapagos Islands, and other regions of Ecuador, represents part of the great culture of an entire population.
It seeks to establish a great presence of its roots in every expression, to make itself known to the rest of the world.
Recommended clothing for tourists
The Galapagos Islands are one of the most prominent tourist destinations for many people. This is due to the beauty of its landscapes, its fauna and culture (celebrations, food and clothing).
For all tourists who prefer to spend a pleasant vacation on the paradisiacal islands of Galapagos, it is recommended to wear shorts or light fabric pants.
Also, short-sleeved shirts or T-shirts and sports shoes for rocky trails.
For night outings, it is advisable to wear casual sports shoes, long pants and polo shirts, for both men and women.
In general, the Galapagos Islands are a pleasant place not only for the folklore, but also for the great biodiversity and places to visit.
References
- Climate and Clothing in Galapagos. (2014). Recovered from mgalapagos.blogdiario.com
- Palermo, F. Ceremonial and Protocol. (2014). Recovered from fido.palermo.edu
- Wikipedia in Spanish. Galapago Islands. (2017). Recovered from: es.wikipedia.org
- ec. Galapagos Islands. (2014). Recovered from: www.galapagoscruceros.ec
- Galapagos-islands-tourguide.com. Galapagos culture. (2014). Recovered from: www.galapagos-islands-tourguide.com.