Isla Taquile

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Taquile is a charming island located in the Titicaca Lake and it can be reached after making a journey of 24 km from Puno. Its inhabitants are dressed in with colorful traditional costumes (sold at the local cooperative), they speak Quechua and maintain a loyalty for their community.

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Peruvian Child offering handcrafts


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The Inca terraces and ruins dot the landscape. The island is devoid of hotels, electricity, roads, vehicles and dogs. The locals provide modest accommodation and restaurants serve what they have: fresh trout and boiled potatoes.

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Isla Taquile Peru South America

 

The boats depart daily from the dock in Puno and take about four hours to reach the island.

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Travel to the Taquile Island in Peru South America