Cajas National Park and Mirador Tres Cruces (Continental Divide)

We spent a lovely day in the nature of the Cajas National Park. We had a local guide, Juan, who educated us with his knowledge of the birds, plants and history. We walked a two mile path around the Llaviucu Lake.

Turquoise Jay (photo taken from Merlin Bird App)
Alpacas in a field along our drive

We then drove to Tres Cruces, which is the point on the highway of the Continental Divide. The three crosses were erected to remember those that died attempting their trek over the Andes.

It is difficult to see the crosses as they blend into the landscape.

We are standing at 13,760 feet above sea level. The views of the lakes and terrain were beautiful.

View of lakes from the summit

We finished our outing at Dos Chorreras, a beautiful restaurant and lodge.

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