Sunday, September 6, 2009

Trip to Tambomachay



On our way to Tambomachay we stopped at this farm where they raise Alpacas, Llamas and Vicunas. They showed us how the wool is dyed after the animals are shorn. they weave very beautiful blankets, shawls, sweaters, fabric, etc. We were able to go among the herd and feed them. He had 87 animals and knew each one by name.


The Vicuna has the finest wool and is the most expensive. In the US a sweater will cost $7,000. Next is the Alpaca and finally the Llama. The Llamas have a much longer neck than the others.


These Vicuna are wild and are on the other side of the fence.


Two different women weaving blankets. Double click on the photo to see the design.



We were shown the process of dying the wool different colors using plants, beetles and roots.


This is a picture of the different colors they use to dye the wool.





We saw farmers plowing their fields using cows and a wooden plow. They will plant potatoes or corn. We also watched them make adobe bricks.

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Inka Shops

Inka Shops
There are hundreds and hundreds of little vendors selling their wares from clothing, dolls, purses, jewelry etc. We didn't buy anything but got a good idea of some of the things that they have.

Highway

Highway
One of many highways in Lima. This is Avenida Arequipa that runs north and south. Maybe 9-10 blocks from our apartment. During rush hour this road will be packed.

Highway

Highway
Another highway running thru Lima.

Tall buildings

Tall buildings
This is a look of San Isidro where we live and the mission office.

Miraflores from the air

Miraflores from the air
On our P-day we went to Miraflores and ate at a fantastic restaurant just above the cliff. The tall building in the background is the Marriott hotel. The name of the restaurant was Mangos. It was buffet.

Pacific Ocean

Pacific Ocean
Looking down about 500-600 feet from the Mangos restaurant to the ocean