Idacansás
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Idacansás, Idacansas, Idacanzas or Iduakanzas[1] was a mythical cacique who was said to have been the first priest of the sacred city of Sugamuxi, present-day Sogamoso, Colombia, then part of the territories of the Muisca. He is characterized by his great magical powers as he could make rain and hail and transmit diseases and warmth.[2]
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Grouping | cacique |
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Sub grouping | xeque |
Similar entities | Bochica |
Folklore | Muisca mythology |
Other name(s) | Idacansas or Idacanzas |
Country | Muisca Confederation |
Region | Altiplano Cundiboyacense Colombia |
Details | Sun Temple, Sugamuxi |
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