Wampo
Vessel constructed from a single piece of tree trunk
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Wampo is a vessel that is constructed from single piece of tree trunk.[1] These canoes are not only used for travelling, but also for gainful activities on water.[2] Not all trees were selected for building a wampo, but old and robust specimens were the ones chosen.[3]
Wampos have been used since pre-Hispanic times.[citation needed]
Burials
A documented case exist where wampo was used as burial object.[4]
See also
Lafkenche, group of people who use wampos
