According to Andean legend, Lake Titicaca is birthplace of the sun. So ethereal are its snow-capped mountains reflected in an endless expanse of ‘Yves Klein blue’ water, tantalisingly close to the sky at an altitude of 3800m, it’s easy to see why.

Straddling the border between Peru and Bolivia, the lake’s highland traditions are steeped in ancient lore. A journey through its farms, islands and villages offers a window into a fascinating tapestry of influences from the Inca, Uros, Pukara, Tiwanaku and Qulla.