About Imaginary Geographies: Gold and Cultural Memory in Colombia
Explore the rich meanings and enduring legacies of the myth of El Dorado in this engaging discussion. From its Indigenous origins, to its use in advancing colonial ambitions across South America, and its symbolic role in Colombian cultural memory, the myth continues to be reimagined and reshaped.
Join Vanessa Londoño, winner of the Eccles Institute–Hay Festival Global Writer’s Award, and researcher Carolina Sánchez Rojas for a captivating evening of conversation. This special event offers a unique opportunity to gain new insights into how the myth of El Dorado has been transformed across contexts, and to consider its enduring relevance in contemporary discussions about heritage and identity.
Organised in collaboration with the Embassy of Colombia in the UK.
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