Peruvian shamans hold blessing ceremony before presidential runoff

Peru is preparing for a presidential runoff election. In the days before the vote, traditional shamans gathered. The shamans performed a public blessing ritual. The ceremony was meant to invoke good fortune for the nation. The ritual took place in a visible setting ahead of the runoff. It highlighted the role of indigenous customs in public life. Media outlets reported on the event as a cultural moment. The runoff will proceed with the blessing noted by observers.