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Traditional Shaman Ceremony Attracts New Yorkers

Published October 26, 2012

Most New Yorkers identify with one of the three main monotheistic religions - Christianity, Islam and Judaism. Nevertheless, there's a growing interest in the traditional spiritual practices of indigenous peoples. VOA’s Adam Phillips takes us to a 'despacho' ceremony in the heart of Manhattan, which spotlights an ancient gratitude and prayer ritual rooted in the Andean mountains of Peru.


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