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THE ANCIENT SALT MINES OF THE INCAS

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  We all know that salt is an indispensable natural resource for human life, which has been extracted by hand for thousands of years by ancient civilizations all over the world. Salt has been used throughout history both for domestic consumption and for preserving food. Salt is of natural origin, coming mostly from the sea ( sea salt ), from the evaporation of underground deposits ( rock salt ) that were once seas, or from saline springs . Over time, it became a mineral of great cultural and economic importance, at one point even serving as currency and a source of power.     In Peru, there is a salt mine called Maras , from which the famous Maras Pink Salt is extracted. This 100% natural, artisanal salt is characterized by its delicate flavor, pink color, and high mineral content ( calcium , iron , zinc , etc.), obtained through solar evaporation on Inca terraces . This salt is highly prized by renowned chefs and gourmet cuisine worldwide, and is also known to have ...

LAS MILENARIAS SALINERAS DE LOS INCAS

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  Sabemos todos que la sal es un recurso natural indispensable para la vida humana, que desde hace miles de años ha sido explotado de manera artesanal por las antiguas civilizaciones en todas partes del mundo, la sal ha sido usada a lo largo de la historia tanto para su consumo domestico como para conservar los alimentos. La sal es de origen natural proviene mayormente del mar ( sal marina ) por evaporación de depósitos subterráneos ( sal gema ) que fueron antiguos mares o de manantiales salinos ,  convirtiéndose con el tiempo en un mineral de gran importancia cultural y económica que en algún momento se convirtió en moneda y fuente de poder.      En el Perú hay una salinera llamada MARAS de donde se extrae la famosa SAL ROSADA MARAS es una sal 100% natural y artesanal cuyas características  son: sabor delicado, color rosado y alto contenido mineral (calcio, hierro, zinc etc) obtenida por evaporación solar en terrazas Incas . Esta sal es muy apreciada por...

THE IMPRESSIVE CANYON OF THE LOST

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  In the heart of the coastal desert, far from the hustle and bustle of tourist routes, lies the CANYON OF THE LOST , where time and nature have sculpted this incredible natural landscape . It is undoubtedly a geological spectacle , where its rocky walls of ochre and golden tones stand out, contrasting with the clear sky and the profound silence of the desert , creating an almost mystical atmosphere .       To reach this impressive canyon, you must first travel to the city of Ica , located 305 kilometers away. From Ica, it's another 34 kilometers to the town of Ocucaje , and from there, a short hike begins. In Ocucaje, you can hire a local guide who will take you to the canyon. The entire Lost Canyon is just over 5 kilometers long and 200 to 300 meters deep.       The contrast of light and shadow is one of its attractions, as at certain times of day the sun partially illuminates the canyon walls, creating impressive visual effects that change as ...

EL IMPRESIONANTE CAÑON DE LOS PERDIDOS

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En el corazón del desierto costeño , lejos del bullicio de las rutas turísticas se encuentra el CAÑÓN DE LOS PERDIDOS donde el tiempo y la naturaleza han esculpido este increíble paraje natural, sin duda es un espectáculo geológico donde sobresalen sus paredes rocosas de tonos ocres y dorados que contrastan con el cielo despejado y el profundo silencio del desierto, creando un ambiente casi místico.     Para llegar hasta este impresionante cañón se debe llegar hasta la ciudad de ICA que esta ubicada a 305 kilómetros y luego desde Ica viajar otros 34 kilómetros mas hasta el pueblo de OCUCAJE y desde allí iniciar una corta caminata, en Ocucaje se puede contratar los servicios de un guía local que nos llevaran hasta este cañón. Todo el cañón de los perdidos tiene una longitud de poco mas de 5 kilómetros y una profundidad de 200 a 300 metros.     El contraste de luces y sombras es uno de sus atractivos ya que a determinadas horas del día el sol ilumina parcialmen...

THE MAGICAL PINK DOLPHIN OF THE AMAZON

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    The pink river dolphin is a unique and spectacular species that inhabits some rivers of the Amazon rainforest and has been an integral part of the folklore and worldview of native cultures for hundreds of years. Unfortunately, this dolphin species is endangered due to river pollution , accidental fishing, and the human presence that has been gradually encroaching on its habitats. The pink river dolphin belongs to the order Cetacea and the family Inia geoffrensis .       Measuring 2.5 meters in length and weighing approximately 160 kilograms, the Amazon river dolphin is a robust and muscular animal. Unlike its ocean-dwelling relatives, the pink river dolphin owes its color to an abnormally high number of red blood cells , giving it a unique and distinctive appearance. But in addition to its color, the pink river dolphin is also characterized by its high intelligence and its ability to socialize with other animals and even with humans.     ...