[Huacachina | A mysterious oasis in the middle of the desert]

[Huacachina | A mysterious oasis springing up in the middle of the desert] — A blue water surface surrounded by sand dunes floating in the Ica region of Peru — 📍[Location/Characteristics] Huacachina is about 307km south of the capital Lima, and about a 10-minute taxi ride from the city of Ica. It has a unique landscape with small villages, hotels, and restaurants scattered around a natural lagoon in the middle of the sand dunes. . Legend has it that it was born from the tears of an Inca princess, and the lake means "crying girl." . ⸻ ✨Recommended points • The extraordinary landscape of a sparkling blue lagoon in the center and high sand dunes surrounding it is breathtaking! • Sandboarding and buggy riding on the dunes is fun and will tickle your sense of adventure • There are many pulp (pisco) factories in the area, so you can enjoy the combination of desert and wine culture  ⸻ 🎒 Tips • You can take a leisurely walk around the lagoon. Mornings and evenings are the best times to go, as the scenery is beautiful and quiet. • If you want to climb the sand dunes, the afternoon sunset is the most romantic time ✨ • Sneakers are recommended for playing in the sand. Sandals tend to get lost in the sand. • There is a big temperature difference between day and night in the desolate desert, so bring a jacket with you • The city offers free lagoon use. Dune activities cost an additional S/3.6  ⸻ #Huacachina #SandDuneOasis #Peru #AbsolutelyFreeTrip