Museo El Altiplano complex

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  • Address
    Hotel Inca Utama, Camacho 1223, Huatajata
  • Phone
    213 6614
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This complex focuses on the anthropology and archaeology of the Altiplano cultures, as well as the natural history of the Lake Titicaca region. It features the traditions, agriculture, medicine and building techniques of the Tiahuanaco, Inca and Spanish empires, as well as the Chipayas and Uros cultures and the Kallawayas medicinal tradition.

Visitors may also get to chat with the Limachi brothers, who helped construct Thor Heyerdahl's vessel, Ra II . The Aymará observatory at the complex, known as Alajpacha, was equipped by NASA and presents night-time stargazing programs. For hotel guests there's also a traditional healer on staff.