The Kayapó people of the Brazilian Amazon use sacred body paint made from natural black and red pigments to mark ceremonies, dances, and important life events. Each pattern is carefully painted by hand, with designs that represent clan identity, protection, and spiritual strength. The paint turns the body into a living symbol of tradition, connection, and belonging. #culture #amazonas #brazil #tribe #paint #interesting #art Video credit: /nory_kaiapo | Unrestricted Borders

During the Kuarup ceremony, Kayapó men play sacred wooden flutes believed to carry ancestral spirits. The deep, haunting sounds are used to protect the village, honor the dead, and connect the living with the spirit world — a tradition passed down for generations and treated with deep respect. #culture #tribe #amazonas #kayapo #indigenous Video credit: /ruyctone | Unrestricted Borders