A lake in Latin America that breaks the rules: The world’s highest navigable body of water
In South America, science and survival at high altitude. A natural gem that, despite its majesty, faces urgent threats to its future. Where history and altitude intersect. Lake Titicaca, shared by Peru and Bolivia, is the highest navigable lake in the world: it sits at 3,812 meters above sea level. It is considered the cradle of the Inca Empire, with unique ecosystems silently at risk. Home to species found nowhere else on the planet, Lake Titicaca is also host to cultural wonders like the floating islands of the Uros people. Protection efforts include initiatives like reforestation projects, safeguarding not just a lake, but a living memory of the continent.
