Ruben Espinoza, Consul General of the Consulate General of Peru in Guangzhou (center) poses for a group picture with children at the event on Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province, on June 1, 2025. Photo: Courtesy of the Consulate General of the Republic of Peru in Guangzhou

The Consulate General of the Republic of Peru in Guangzhou created a unique Children's Day cultural feast on June 1. Thanks to the immersive settings, children had hands-on experience in the South American continent. 

During the event, the children set feet on the mysterious Nazca lines, a group of over 700 geoglyphs made on the soil of the Nazca Desert in southern Peru. The lines were created between 500 BC and 500 AD by people making depressions or shallow incisions in the desert floor. 

The event venue was decorated with cute alpaca dolls. Elements of Inca civilization were also integrated, reflecting rich Peruvian style. 

Ruben Espinoza, Consul General of the Consulate General of Peru in Guangzhou, brought a unique cultural gift to the children - Torito De Pucará or Pucará Bull.

Many people believe that the Pucará Bull acts as a guardian, warding off negative energy and bringing good luck to the home where it is displayed. It is often placed on rooftops or at the entrance to a house to protect its inhabitants. The Pucará Bull is a testament to Peru's rich cultural heritage. It serves as a reminder of the country's indigenous roots and traditions and is a beloved symbol of national identity, Consul General Espinoza shared with the children. 

After the immersive warming up experience, children started to paint with their brushes, unleashing their imagination. By the end of the event, children watch a Peruvian film Misión Kipi that tells a story of a rural teacher who creates a robot during the pandemic and supports the communities.