Lake Titikaka is the highest navigable lake in the world and very likely the most impressive for other reasons as well. The lake hosts the city of Puno, which was founded by Viceroy Conde de Lemos back in 1668. The city represents the coming together of three races, the Spaniards, the Aymara and the Quechua. Descendents of these people still live in the area today.
It's truly amazing to see the existing structures in Puno contrasted to the way the people of Taquille Island live to this day - the same way the Inca have lived for centuries. A 'short' climb up five-hundred stone steps puts you at the highest point on the island that is in the highest navigable lake in the world. This location affords you a truly incredible view of the island and the entire lake. Another great place to expand your collection of Peru pictures!
Lake Titikaka - Beautiful Sights, Incredible People, Not The Most Welcoming Weather
Some call the weather on Lake Titikaka not the friendliest. You should know that because of the extreme altitude the lake is at (12,550 feet above sea level!), it tends to be very cold and not terribly pleasant unless you're ready for it. One reason you should not be afraid of weather in such a place is because the location is just so amazingly beautiful. To worry about the cold would be to insult this true work of art mother nature has created!
In the end, Lake Titikaka is much more than a lake with a somewhat silly name. It's a truly amazing place that has captured both amazing beauty and timeless culture. It's sure to be one of your favorite of all of the Peru tourist attractions!
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