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Puno is a region located in the southeastern part of Peru, on the Altiplano highlands, near the border with Bolivia. It is best known for Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake, which has great cultural, historical and touristic importance. Puno is often called the "folklore capital of Peru", due to its rich folk traditions, dances, music and festivals, the most important of which is the Fiesta de la Candelaria, which is one of the largest religious and cultural festivals in the country.
The region is characterized by picturesque mountain landscapes, vast meadows and volcanic rock formations, such as the Bosque de Piedras de Pilluni. Puno is also home to many indigenous communities, such as the Aymara and Quechua, who have preserved their traditions, languages and art over the centuries.
Geographically, Puno is located in one of the highest regions of Peru, and its capital, also named Puno, is a city of great cultural and touristic importance. The region is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors with its unique culture, landscapes and historical sites, such as Sillustani, Chucuito and Taquile Island on Lake Titicaca.
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