14/03/2025
🌊 The Uros Floating Islands: A World Above Lake Titicaca
In the heart of Lake Titicaca, at more than 3,800 m.a.s.l., are the amazing Uros Floating Islands, a place where history, tradition and nature merge in a unique setting. 🌿
🏡 Hand-made islands
The Uros islands are not made of solid land, but are built with totora, an aquatic plant that grows in the lake. The inhabitants constantly renew their islands by adding fresh layers of totora to prevent them from sinking. It is an artisanal process that requires great skill! 👏
⏳ An ancient culture
The Uros are one of the oldest peoples in South America, with origins before the Inca Empire. They consider themselves the "children of the lake" and have maintained their customs for generations, living in harmony with nature and water. 💙
🎣 A self-sufficient lifestyle
Fishing, bird hunting and craft making are essential in the life of the Uros. In addition, they use totora reeds not only for their islands, but also to build their boats called "totora rafts", which allow them to move around the lake. 🚤
📍 Discover this wonder with Planet Odysseys
Explore the floating islands of the Uros and immerse yourself in a unique culture in the world. Live the magic of Lake Titicaca with an authentic and unforgettable experience. ✨
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