The Isla del Sol on Lake Titikaka is the birthplace of the first Inca, the sun, and the moon, according to the myths. A very tranquil island on which mass tourism has yet to arrive. As it has been electrified four years ago, the number of visitors, however, is steadily increasing. I happened to hook up with a very nice group of seven other travelers and we chartered a boat to the northern end of the island, where a complex of beautiful Inca ruins can be visited.
After the educational part, we went swimming in the crystal clear waters of Lake Titikaka on a gorgeous beach just below the ruins in exactly the place where the Incas must have enjoyed a little time off...
The three hour walk back along the islands hills was truly a visual treat. Great views into all directions across the lake! In hindsight I should have stayed more than just two nights.
