Okay, now that I've explained all of that, here's what I'm actually up to. I'm in La Paz right now, where my main goals are to get my bearings, learn more about Tiwanaku history, and visit the actual site of Tiwanaku (where I'll collect a water sample).
Yesterday I did the first part. I bought phone cards and bottle water, explored the local streets, and did some research in a lovely little coffeehouse (yes, I said coffee! It seems that Bolivians actually make real brewed coffee, which is a rarity in Peru). I also visited a wonderful museum, the Museo de Etnografia y Historia. They had an amazing textile collection, spanning 3000 years. There was also a lovely display of ceremonial masks from the 20th century - elaborate and amazing and very nicely presented. One hall held a collection of feather crafts, most of which were extraordinary headpieces - some more than 4 feet tall and 8 feet wide! The last room had a collection of ceramics, again spanning about 3000 years. Lovely!
Today I'm going to the archeological museum here and making my travel arrangements for the next few stops.
Life is good.
Karen
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