Puno

Puno (3827 m) is a special place on the map of Peru. According to local legends, this is where the Inca culture was born. All thanks to Manco Capac and Mama Ocllo, who came out of the waters of Lake Titicaca to usher in a new dynasty. So Puno is steeped in local history, tradition and culture.

Puno, Peru

However, tourists come there mainly for one reason. The city is an excellent base for exploring the surroundings of Lake Titicaca, on the shores of which it is situated. The reservoir itself is the highest navigable lake in the world. North of Puno is the Titicaca National Reserve. The city has quite a nice old town with several interesting museums, including The Coca and Costumes Museum or the Carlos Dreyer Museum presenting the history of these areas.

For whom?

If you are going to Lake Titicaca, Puno will be the best base for you. There are many hotels here, it is easy to get to various parts of the reservoir from here, there are tourist agencies with whom you will go on trips around the area. In addition, due to its high altitude location, Puno is suitable for people who are healthy and adapt quickly.