The Finca

The Finca

On the altiplano between Arequipa and Chivay, Peru, there is a small roadhouse of sorts, where travellers can get refreshments. If they are starting to feel the effects of soroche (altitude sickness) at this relatively low altitude (approx 2500m), this is their last chance to obtain the remedies, be they pharmceuticals or Mate de Coca. From here, the road climbs to almost 5km above sea level.

Nearby, a peasant market sells crafts and textiles to the tourists, whilst in the distance, this abandoned shed and yards stands bleached and slowly decaying.

The Finca belongs to the following groups:

Farms and Countryside, Landscape Photography, Latin America and Travel and Adventure Available for sale as

Greeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints, Canvas Prints, Framed Prints and Posters