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Mates burilados- or carved gourds- are the attraction in the small towns of Cochas Grande and Cochas Chico. If you've been travelling around Peru for a while, you've probably already seen these gourds, which are sold in hotel gift shops and other gringo places from Huancabamba to Arequipa. These intricately etched gourds generally tell a story about some aspect of Peruvian life: if you purchase one, be sure to ask about it. You can't miss the various shops in town.
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