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Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca is located on the Coyao Plateau at the junction of Bolivia and Peru. It is known as the "Pearl of the Plateau" and is a large freshwater lake with the highest altitude in the world. Lake Titicaca is high above sea level but not freezing, inland but not salty. The meaning of the name is unknown, but there are different translations such as "Puma Rock" (RockofthePuma) or "Lead Cliff" (CragofLead). The charm of Lake Titicaca lies in its unique natural and human resources. Only at an altitude of 3,800 meters above sea level is the clear and thin air, the sunlight that is closer to the true color of the sun, and the lake water that is bluer than the sky. Here, colonial culture and Indian culture are wonderfully combined to form the regional culture of the region. The floating island of the Urus is a popular tourist attraction on Lake Titicaca. The Urus are a branch of the Indian Aymara tribe. As a small tribe, they fled to the lake to avoid the invasion of empires such as the Incas. They choose reeds to live, eat asparagus, build huge floating islands with reed roots, build houses, boats, and all daily necessities with reeds on the island. They are content and happy, living in a small world on the drifting island for generations, and they will orally teach the craft of making things from reeds. Today, hundreds of people still live on these drifting islands.Puno · 74km from downtown
Uros Floating Islands
The Uros Floating Islands float on the blue waves of Lake Titicaca and are one of the most legendary cultural wonders in South America. Hundreds of years ago, the Uros people used cattails and reeds to weave movable floating islands to escape the war and build a peaceful water home. Today, these golden floating islands have become a window to explore the secrets of Andean civilization. Visitors can take a traditional cattail boat to leisurely travel among them, step on the soft but tough reed ground, and feel the unique touch of "squeaking" with every step. Watching the islanders cut cattail root bricks, tie the foundation, and build floating islands is a vivid experience. But if you want to immerse yourself deeply, you might as well stay in a reed hut, fall asleep on the lake waves, and watch the morning sun gild the floating islands in the morning, as if it were a paradise. This floating cattail kingdom is not only a living museum of Andean civilization, but also a long poem on the lake about perseverance and tolerance.Puno · 5.9km from downtown
Sillustani
The Sillustani Funeral Towers are an important archaeological site located approximately 34 km northwest of Puno, Peru, and are famous for their cylindrical stone towers called "Chullpas". These towers were used by the Coya and Inca civilizations to bury their nobility, and they showcase the exquisite stonework skills of the ancient Andes. The site is located on the shores of Lake Umayo, surrounded by beautiful scenery, with lakes and mountains complementing each other. It takes about 40 minutes to drive from downtown Puno to reach Sillustani. Visitors are advised to visit in the early morning or evening to avoid the strong midday sun and enjoy more comfortable temperatures. When hiking the site, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and bring sunscreen and drinking water. This is not only a witness to history, but also a paradise for photography enthusiasts to capture the magnificent views of the lake and the towers.Puno · 19.7km from downtown
Mirador Puma Uta
Puno · 2.3km from downtown
Cerrito Huajsapata
Puno · 1.1km from downtown
Arco Deústua
Puno · 980m from downtown
Chullpas de Molloco
Puno · 32.6km from downtown
Iglesia de San Juan Bautista
Puno · 746m from downtown
Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain
Rainbow Mountain is a section of Peru's Osangat Mountains where God knocked over the paint tray, and this colorful landscape showcases the hidden and strange beauty of the earth. There are not only unique colorful mountain scenery here, but also rich minerals. The rainbow-like colors cover the entire mountain, attracting many backpackers and photographers to come to take pictures, it is worth stopping to watch slowly.Peru · Quispicanchi Province
Amantani Island
Puno · 1.4km from downtown
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What travellers say about Puno
M25***4019 April 2021
4.0
The Titicaca Lake on the Copacabana side is quieter and less commercialized than the Puno side. However, the weather was not very good during the two nights we stayed in Copacabana, so we did not take a boat tour of the lake. It was still beautiful to watch from the shore, but the wind was a bit strong.
Lake Titicaca
coo***an23 April 2020
5.0
Our boat picked us up at the hotel dock and sailed through the reeds to the Uros floating islands. We went ashore for an hour or so and heard some stories about how the islands were built and maintained, we visited some houses and talked to some locals. Of course, there was also a chance to pick some textiles. We sailed to another island in a traditional reed boat, which cost a few dollars but was well worth it. It was the beginning of a beautiful day on the lake.
Uros Floating Islands
泰宁根吴承恩2 May 2020
5.0
Driving to the ruins, the scenery along the way is very beautiful. The ruins are a noble or royal cemetery with a very long history. While the scenery here in the cemetery is very beautiful, the feeling of desolation also makes people feel deeply.
Sillustani
M32***2323 April 2020
5.0
Located between Puno and Lake Titicaca! It's a short walk from the main road, but if you don't know it, you'll miss it and you won't think there's such a wonderful place ahead! I think it's a place that few tourists go... There's a swimming pool! The pool was not very early, so I stopped the car to take pictures. I was able to go in and out freely without a door! Recommend it because it offers a panoramic view of Lake Titicaca and the city of the pool!
Mirador Puma Uta
星級旅行家14 March 2023
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Peru is a country in South America, located on the Pacific coast, adjacent to Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Bolivia, and Chile. It is rich in cultural heritage and natural landscapes, one of the most famous attractions being Rainbow Mountain.
Rainbow Mountain is located in the Andes Mountains in southern Peru. It is 5,200 meters high and is famous for its colorful mountains. This peculiar landscape was formed due to the movement of the earth's crust caused by the minerals and mud in the mountain.
Rainbow Mountain's name comes from its unique color. There are many different color bands on the mountain, including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, etc. The best tourist season is from June to August every year, because the weather is sunny at this time and the colors on the mountains are the most vivid.
In addition to Rainbow Mountain, Peru has many other attractions worth visiting, such as the ancient city of Machu Picchu, the Nazca Lines, the Amazon Rainforest, and more.
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