The Indian Division is one of the main features that distinguishes 21 Divisiones from other forms of Vodou. Dominican Vodou uses a different percussion, a lot of times it is played with Abates or "Tambour de Palo", which are of Kongo origin; along with it a Guira (Scraper) is usually used. The drums are known as Palos and the drummers as Paleros, and when a ceremony in which they are at is usually referred to as a Fiesta de Palo.
The Indian Division is a distinctive element that sets 21 Divisions apart from other Vodou forms. Dominican Vodou employs unique percussion instruments like Abates or "Tambour de Palo," which have Kongo origins, and often includes a Guira (Scraper). The drums are called Palos, and the drummers are known as Paleros. Ceremonies involving these elements are referred to as Fiesta de Palo.