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Bolivia-2 Coquesa, Tahua & hotel Tayka, volcano Thunupa

2008.12.14
the entrance to Coquesa from the salar



Across the salar from Coquesa


Cactus flowers

Some of these cactii grow up to 10 metres tall

entrance to the mummies cave

these mummies were found after 500 years-ish in this cave

always in the feotal position, ready to be reborn into the next life, plus a few items to take with therm, always coca leaves

the church at Coquesa

the church at Tahua

some views inside the wonderful salt hotel Tayka


local woman, harsh cold places these, 20° during the day, -15° in the nights


typical room, radiator, gas heater, log fire........... but really comfortable

traditional door made from the cactus wood

volcano Thunupa, just above Tayka, magnificent colours, changes with the time of day



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