Description:
The name 'Chaparapu' originates from the Tupi language and means 'beautiful river.' The name is pronounced 'shah-pah-rah-poo.' The Chaparapu people are a Brazilian tribe who live in the Amazon rainforest. They are a hunter-gatherer people who live in small villages. The Chaparapu people have a rich culture and customs. They are known for their basketry, woodcarving, and beadwork. There are several variations of the Chaparapu name. Some people call themselves Chaparapu Terena, Chaparapu Xavante, or Chaparapu Yanomami.
