Inca Stairs

Isla del Sol

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December 1st 2006
Took a boat from Copacabana to the Isla del Sol. Pretty place. When you first arrive you have to hike up the Inca stairs which was brutal with an 80 lbs pack. Took like 45 minutes. We stayed at a hostel on the crest of the island and did a full day hike around the northern part the next day. We visited the Inca Labyrinth and the Sacrificial Alter. The island has beautiful hiking. The next d ... read more

South America » Bolivia » La Paz Department » Isla del Sol

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Bolivia, named after independence fighter Simon BOLIVAR, broke away from Spanish rule in 1825; much of its subsequent history has consisted of a series of nearly 200 coups and counter-coups. Comparatively democratic civilian rule was established in 1... ... read more