17 Nov 2012
Altiplano stream
The much lusher and higher vegetation reveals a constant source of fresh water from one of the many springs. Even though it flows most of the year it's not…
16 Nov 2012
Cerro Tunupa
One of countless volcanic peaks on the Altiplano. If you're up to it you can easily trek to the top, as there are no sheer cliffs to climb. I didn't have the…
15 Nov 2012
Siloli desert lagoon (unknown name)
There are countless lagoons in this desert, and each of them unique in shape and color! No matter how close or wide your view is, this desert provides immense…
14 Nov 2012
Laguna Capina
This lagoon seemed without any flamingos, and it's probably due to the extensive extraction of the white mineral borax (Sodium tetraborate decahydrate) seen…
14 Nov 2012
Dust Devil
This dust devil came so close to the car that the driver simply stopped and seemed a bit scared of what was going to happen. I on the other hand was very…
14 Nov 2012
Dust Devil
At midday the heat of the sun has created a turbulent atmosphere, and here resulted in a beautiful dust devil. One of many during my few days here, but in fact…
14 Nov 2012
Rock Valley (Valle de las Rocas) & Southern viscacha (Lagidium viscacia)
In a garden of rock formations resembling many different animals I was baffled to suddenly stand in front of this Viscacha monitoring my movements.
14 Nov 2012
Rock Valley (Valle de las Rocas)
One of the many "sculptures" in this amazing place, that seemed without any kind of face or specific form. Still I think there is a wolf-like head on the top…