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Taquile Island

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Taquile Island

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Lago Titicaca (Sector peruano)

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    June 10, 2016

    Hiking

    Taquile is an island on the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca 45 km offshore from the city of Puno. About 2,200 people live on the island. The inhabitants, known as Taquileños, speak Quechua.

    In 2005, "Taquile and Its Textile Art" were honored by being proclaimed "Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity" by UNESCO.

    Taquileños are known for their fine handwoven textiles and clothing, which are regarded as among the highest-quality handicrafts in Peru.

    en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taquile_Island

    August 28, 2020

    Hiking

    A really great and interesting island. Old and traditional and yet on the way to the modern age. The mayor of the island is usually out and about on the highest points of the island in order to maintain his cell phone reception. The locals are very open to tourists and perform their traditional dances and weaving skills.
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