Photo of the Day: Llamas & Alpacas In Northern Chile

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Llamas & Alpacas Crossing The Road in Northern Chile's Altiplano

Llamas, alpacas and vicunas roam Northern Chile’s Altiplano. Most of them are domesticated, except vicunas, which remain wild and often a protected species. These animals produce incredible wool fabrics, especially the vicuna. While traveling in South America, you might also want to taste llama or alpaca steak. This photo was taken during our 3-day road trip throughout Northern Chile’s Altiplano.

About Aracely

Co-founder of 2Backpackers.com. Aracely has been traveling, writing and taking photos since 2009, when she departed on his first year long travel backpacking journey. When she isn't seeking new adventures, Aracely is usually building Excel models as a financial analyst professional.

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2 Responses to Photo of the Day: Llamas & Alpacas In Northern Chile

  1. Sensibletraveler May 6, 2011 at 10:51 #

    Great photo–what is their gaze focused on?

    • Jason May 6, 2011 at 20:24 #

      Us and our truck. They look for a while and then run off.

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