Scented necklace made of Palo Santo wood – Chakana Andean cross with beads

Inca cross, or Andean cross, so-called Chakana. This necklace is made of fragrant Palo santo wood, from permaculture certified orchards. A waxed string is included, which is size-adjustable. Handmade product from Peru.

Inca cross or Chakana talisman

In the Inca mythology the Chakana symbol has a mathematical and geometric meaning; holds the key to the Inca’s understanding of the mysteries of life. It had great meaning and importance to the Quechua people. Traditionally, Chakana (or in Spanish: cruz cuadrada, four-sided cross) represents the constellation of the Southern Cross, which can be seen when looking at the sky from the Southern Hemisphere. According to the ancient Andean population, it formed the center of the universe and was easy to find by looking at the four stars Alpha, Beta, Gamma and Delta that make up the Andean Cross.

Each star is at a cardinal point and represents an area: Chichansuyo-north, Kollasuyo-south, Kuntisuyo-east, Antisuyo-west, also symbolizing the elements of water, earth, fire and air.
When used as a meditation tool, Chakana is said to bring mental balance and deeper understanding on many levels of consciousness. The hole in the middle of the cross is the axis through which the shaman’s consciousness enters the other levels of cosmic existence.

Palo Santo (means “holy wood” or “sacred wood”)

The indigenous people of the Andes have been using Palo Santo for centuries to cleanse spaces of negative energy. When this Sacred Wood is burned, negative energy is cleared, peace and harmony is restored, and the connection with Mother Earth is strengthened. According to tradition, Palo Santo has a natural effect on pain relief, stress relief and relaxation. Palo Santo has a pleasant refreshing and uplifting aroma. The aroma of Palo Santo can help cleanse and your aura and/or promote positive feelings and joy.

Palo Santo wood products certified by SERFOR

This Palo Santo comes from forests that are managed, authorized and certified by the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation (SERFOR) of Peru. Only Palo Santo trees and branches that have fallen naturally and remained on the property for at least 3 to 4 years are used. This method of harvesting does not harm nature and only wood with a rich aroma is used.

Product dimensions

String length 56 centimeter

Pendant size 4 centimeter

Neclase weight 35 grams