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"The Guanche People: Indigenous Inhabitants of the Canary Islands"

#GuanchePeople #CanaryIslands #IndigenousCultures #PreHispanicEra #IslandHistory #CulturalHeritage #Mummification #SpanishConquest #GuancheLegacy #HistoricalTribes #AncientPractices #CanaryIslandsHistory #GuancheSociety #TraditionalRituals #IslandCivilizations #ArchaeologicalSites #GuancheTraditions #historicallegacy The Guanche people were the indigenous inhabitants of the Canary Islands, an archipelago located off the northwest coast of Africa. Their presence on the islands dates back to the pre-Hispanic era, with evidence suggesting they settled there around the first millennium BC. The Guanche are known for their unique culture, which was shaped by their isolation from mainland civilizations and the harsh environment of the islands. The Guanche society was organized into various tribes or kingdoms, each with its own leader or "mencey." They lived in a range of environments, from mountainous regions to coastal areas, adapting their lifestyles accordingly. The Guanche were primarily pastoralists and farmers, cultivating crops such as barley and wheat and raising goats, sheep, and pigs. They also engaged in fishing and hunting, utilizing the islands' diverse resources. Culturally, the Guanche people are noted for their distinctive mummification practices. They preserved their dead through a combination of natural and artificial means, which involved drying and wrapping the bodies in animal skins. This process was closely tied to their religious beliefs and rituals. Their religious practices included the worship of natural elements and deities, and they built ceremonial structures such as "menehirs" (standing stones) and "guerras" (rock carvings). The arrival of the Spanish in the 15th century marked a turning point for the Guanche. The Spanish conquest led to significant changes, including the decline of Guanche culture and population due to warfare, disease, and assimilation. Many Guanche were either killed or absorbed into the Spanish colonial society, and their distinct culture gradually faded. Today, their legacy survives through archaeological sites, place names, and some cultural practices that have been preserved by their descendants. In this channel, we provide you the information about the latest news around the world and region, knowledge about anything in the world and General Knowledge questions and answers.