Puno also had funny shrub sculptures, and Stella and I think that this one is a cuy, or guinea pig. 

I was copying this Incan statue, but he was far more regal and imposing than me. 

Inside the basilica, it was very pretty and somber. 

We ran into a monastery in Chucuito. It also had a very nice expensive hotel and another one on the way. We were confused, because the usual way to get here is with colectivos, and there isnt very much to see there. 

The Basilica of Puno 

A different view of the lake, from Chucuito 

We got a good laugh about the Catholic church sitting in the background of the fertility temple. 

Me sitting on a figure. 

In the temple of fertility. If you have to ask what the figures are, I am not sure you should know the answer. 

Chucuito was a very quiet place to visit. It also had weird shrub designs in the plaza. 

In a town 30 minutes from Puno, Chucuito. 

With a bit of the island showing. 

Another lake shot, but the reflections were amazing. 

Pre Incan ruins on Taquile Island. They were taller, so they have bigger doors. I do feel like a giant here at times. 

A group of natives in traditional wear. The red and white stocking hat says the guy is single. 

Very blue, and very pretty. 

With the sun slightly out, the lake is a brighter blue. 

Other side of the square 

The main square of Taquile Island. It is the only island to keep wearing their traditional clothes. You can tell if a guy is single or not just by the colors of his hat. 

Another lake shot, aimed at the Bolivian side. The lake was also way bigger than I thought it was. 

This is where we stayed. It was a lot nicer than I had expected. 

We actually ate our meals in their kitchen. The meals were great, especially the Munya tea. This is the mom and her daughter and granddaughter (who had the most adorable but fattest cheeks I have ever seen). The daughter is 18 years old. They use a clay stove, and feed it those sticks. 

Another gorgeous view of the lake from our house. I could live here, it is so peaceful and quiet. 

Here I am dancing with the father of my host family. It was not very complicated and I had a lot of fun. I also didnt make a fool of myself, which helped. 

Stella and I enjoyed watching others dance.