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THE BEAUTIFUL MERMAID OF IQUITOS

Once upon a time in the Quistococha lagoon


A legend from the Peruvian jungle tells that in the
Quistococha lagoon in Iquitos there was a beautiful
woman who, on full moon nights, emerged from its
waters. First of all, She sat on the banks, flirted and sadly
combed her long hair.
To begin, this mermaid was called "Flor de Yavari", who
paid a forced exile for love. It all began when,She was
exiled to the Quistococha lagoon by her father, a
Yacuruna, who did not forgive her for having fallen in love
with a mortal.
First of all,According to what they say, this mermaid
always goes out looking for a partner to attract him with
her beautiful song. Whoever allows himself to be seduced
by her beautiful voice will fall in love with her and
disappear forever.
Finally, if you want to know this place to see if you get to
hear their songs travel to Iquitos

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