At more than 12,000 feet above sea level, Lake Titicaca is considered the highest navigable lake in the world. Surrounded by snowcapped mountains and prehistoric volcanos, the lake is a magical place where travelers can escape to another place and time.

Traveler DispatchLeslie Canter SwansonFebruary 21, 2020titilaka, titicaca, peru, alpine lake, south america, atlas oscura, taquile, unesco, adventure travel, couple travel, romance, off the beaten path