Peru TravelBlog 08 Index
2.4.08 The Uros Floating Islands on Lake Titicaca
Traveling out to the floating islands by speed boat
The reeds upon which are built the floating islands
Homes of the Uros
Some families have a solar panel for tv, radio and lights
Cooking means
Second part of the tour was on this fancy reed boat
A reed boat, once common, now more rare
More homes
The reeds are built up to 3 meters and are constantly being added to as they deteriorate gradually
Potato garden on the floating island