The highest navigable lake in the world, at 3,812 m, shared with Bolivia. From Puno, boats visit the Uros floating islands made of totora reeds, and Taquile and Amantaní islands, where you can stay with families.
The Uros islands are touristy; Amantaní homestays are more authentic.
One of the deepest canyons in the world, with Andean condors soaring on the morning thermals at the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, and terraced villages.
A mountain striped in red, gold and turquoise by minerals, at 5,036 m.
The old Inca capital, at 3,400 m, with Spanish churches built on Inca walls, a UNESCO site.
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