Monthly Archives: May 2013

Two of the woman rowed us across to our next island stop in this boat. Laya was our captain.

The president, standing on top of the miniature island, and our guide showed us how the Island was made. First they cut blocks of the reeds with their roots…originally this was done by driving sticks into the soil around the … Continue reading →

This one sat down beside my and tapped on my arm demanding a photo.

This little guy gave me a special welcome – his little hand did not want to let go of my shirt and he had the biggest smiles!

Our tour group was welcomed with wide open arms. The one one the left of the picture, Laya, was my special hostess. I probably am spelling her name wrong as they pronounce ‘a’ differently…I spelled it phonetically as we would … Continue reading →

This is the floating hospital for Uros Islands.

This is one of the floating Islands that Lake Titicaca is famous for. Made of the reeds that grow in the lake, several families live on each island and work together under the guidance of a president.

Now, don’t get excited…..I know this picture is upside down! I just wanted you to see the shape of the lake that gave it it’s name. You probably have not chewed any coca leaves today so I will explain. The … Continue reading →

That is me at the top of Huaynapicchu…well 4 feet from the top at an excellent spot for photos. I went the rest of the way up to take pictures for others…holding a camera and an iPad sitting precariously on … Continue reading →

This is what the mountain I climbed this morning looked like as I stood in line at the entrance checkpoint. They only allow 200 people in twice a day. You check in and out.