Magical Monarchs: A Week In Mexico, March 2005 | |||||
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After leaving Santa Clara del Cobre we went to Lake Patzcuaro to visit the island of Janitzio
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The ride across the lake and the visit to the island is a popular weekend activity for the locals
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There was entertainment aboard the boat
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Children fished with their miniature versions of the "butterfly nets" used by the native population
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The local fishermen demonstrated their ancient techniques for us
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The island was a colorful place to spend an afternoon
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There were demonstrations of native dances as well as shops and restaurants
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