ancient salt ponds maras peru

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Maras Salt Mines in Peru. A Stunning Landscape of Ancient Terraced Salt Ponds Royalty Free Stock Photo

Ancient salt ponds in Maras, Peru Royalty Free Stock Photo

Salt ponds of Maras, Peru Royalty Free Stock Photo

Salt ponds of Maras down a terraced hillside in the Sacred Valley of Peru Royalty Free Stock Photo

Terraced salt ponds cascade down a steep hillside in Maras, Peru. These small, irregularly shaped pools are filled with evaporating salt water, creating a patchwork of white and beige hues. The ponds' earthy borders contrast with the rugged brown and red terrain, surrounded by Andean mountains. This complex network of pools is historically significant, traditionally used for salt production since pre-Incan times. The backdrop of mountains under a partly cloudy sky adds a dramatic natural setting.