This study analyzes identity in El Paramito, a rural community in the Andean 
mountains of Venezuela. We used ethnographic methods and discourse analysis. We 
observed, by studying the discourse of Paramito inhabitants, that they consider 
themselves indigenous because of their links to original indigenous groups, their 
attachment to their ancestral territory, as well as by their traditions. This idea is sustained 
by the value of common land ownership, as well as by customs and practices such as 
religious and everyday visits. Mythical beliefs about arcs and elves support our view.

Inhabitants of El Paramito, a rural community in Venezuela, consider themselves indigenous due to their connections to original indigenous groups, attachment to ancestral territory, and traditions, supported by common land ownership and customs.

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La identidad indígena en los Timote de Los Andes venezolanos

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