CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Over 20, 000 objects have been catalogued and studied. To provide access to this exceptional heritage, the Titicaca project plans to build the Museo Subacuático Titicaca, an underwater museum, with UNESCO’s expertise.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lake Titicaca is the largest freshwater lake in South America and the highest of the world’s large lakes. Titicaca is one of less than twenty ancient lakes on earth, and is thought to be there million years old. Lake Titicaca sits 3 810 m above sea level and is situated between Peru to the west and Bolivia to the east.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lake Titicaca Underwater Ruins The ruins of an ancient temple have been found by international archaeologists under Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest lake.

Detailed explanation-4: -Spanning the borders of Peru and Bolivia, Lake Titicaca is the world’s highest navigable lake at 12, 507ft (3, 812m). The region is famous for its islands and crystal-clear waters as well as its festivals and archaeological sites.