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The lake is also home to 41 islands called Uros – floating artificial islands made up of reeds called totora. The reeds are an intrinsic part of local culture, as these are used to build boats, huts and handicrafts. Aside from this, the people make a living by raising alpaca or llama, fishing and growing potatoes.
Some of the islands in Lake Titicaca are densely populated. Other islands of interest include Amantani, Taquile and Isla del Sol. Amantani is home to native Quechua speakers and features two mountain tops – Pachamama and Pachatata. You can also find some ruins on its hillsides. What's interesting about Amantani are the nightly cultural shows they provide for tourists, where the visitors can dress in traditional clothes and join in the dancing. Taquile is another fascinating island, as it used to be a prison during Spanish Colonial times. It is also known for its colorful hand-woven traditional textiles as well as pre-Inca ruins. Taquile also has quaint squares and an overall relaxing and gorgeous scenery. The city of Puno also features cave paintings.
"Lago Titicaca" is also host to a vibrant cultural scene, which the locals remain loyal to. For many years, the Spanish conquistadors campaigned to erase Pre-Inca and Incan cultures. Fortunately for us, they successfully resisted these advances so that we can now enjoy the culture that they have to offer. Be caught in the tapestry of rich colors, traditional dances (up to 300 kinds) and annual festivals. The most popular of the dances is the Devil Dance, where dancers outdo each other in dancing their fiercest while wearing grotesque masks. One particular festival of interest is the Puno week, celebrated in the city of Puno (of course). This festival celebrates the Sun God giving birth to Manco Capac and Mama Ocllo, siblings who became the first Inca man and woman. It is further said that the two went on and established the Inca Empire.