The Lake

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And.....another border crossing and a several hours later, we were in Peru! (How strange, this country hopping. Crazy what you can accomplish in a day!)

And really, we´re here for a tour at the lake. Chose a company with good reviews (All Ways) and had a great time, albeit a little commercialized and touristy.

We visited the floating islands...this is amazing. The reed roots growing underwater create a floating peat-like substance that floats to the surface in huge chunks and: Viola! Instant floating island that supports 8-10 families and their homes. It´s like nothing else.

Next, we headed to Amantani island where we stayed with a native Quechua-speaking family. Did the usual dress-up and local party that has become part of such tours, and it was totally fun. Mom, dad, daughter and granddaughter were all super nice and accomodating and fed us delicious, simple local fare.

Following day we toured the last island, Taquile, and had lunch.

So cool! A day in Puno to recover and we were once again on our way, this time to Cuzco for you know what......

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Photos

Our bus, crossing The Lake
....sans passengers, of course

Uros
The floating island

The reeds
You can build and island, house, boat out of em...heck! You can even eat them! But they´re a little flavorless, I must admit

Our host families, awaiting us on Amantani
House moms, really

Sunset from Pacha Mama
The worship temple of Mother Earth on Amantani

Lamby....
Lots of livestock on the island

Comments

[sharon]

love the new party clothes
Thanks again for all the wonderful pics. I must say the outfits are quite becoming. But, can you Salsa in them.. Hope all is well.lol

[Sharon]

Previous post.: regarding consuming people
I submitted a previous post, thought I did, but it never had a place to click on submit. So don't think it made it...Please tell JD to stop eating people, and of course, you shouldn't catch them for him. Awesome award winning pics on the salt flats I think. Great pics. lol

[Uncle Bob]

Your special day
Quinn, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love, Uncle Bob