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Taquile (Spanish: Isla de Taquile, pronounced [ˈisla ðe taˈkile]; Quechua: Intika) is an island on the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca 45 km offshore from the city of Puno. About 2,200 people live on the island, which is 5.5 by 1.6 kilometres (3.4 by 1.0 mile) in size (maximum measurements), with an area of 5.72 km 2 (2.21 sq mi).
- 5.72 km² (2.21 sq mi)
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4,775 reviews. #1 of 2 things to do in Taquile Island. Islands. Open now. 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM. Write a review. About. Located approximately 25 kilometers from the shore of Lake Titicaca, this scenic island is known for its friendly inhabitants, clear blue lake waters and distant snow-capped mountains.
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Taquile Island, on Lake Titicaca, in the district of Amantani. Leaflet | © OpenStreetMap contributors. How to get to Taquile Island? Route 1. Lima-Juliaca: By air: 1 h 40 min approximately. Juliaca-Puno: Overland: 45 min approximately. Puno-Taquile: Boat: 3 h approximately. What to do on Taquile Island?
Jul 10, 2021 · Lake Titicaca is located very high up; it is the highest navigable lake in the world. At its highest point, the island has an elevation of 13,651 feet (4,100m) above sea level. When first arriving in Puno, it is common for travelers to feel light-headed.
Situated on the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca, the island’s remote location has allowed locals to continue their traditions without too much Western influence. Stunning lake and mountain landscapes and spectacular weaving traditions await you on Taquile.
Mar 2, 2015 · Breaching the green waters of Peru’s Lake Titicaca is the little mound island of Taquile where the local villagers have created a steady industry of knit handicrafts, which are knit by the...
Feb 3, 2021 · As home to many unique indigenous plants, the island offers beautiful hikes on a rugged landscape with stunning scenery and views of Lake Titicaca, which you can take in from some of the miradores. Hiking is also a great way to explore some of the other villages that are scattered throughout the island.
