Copacaba's ordeal

When conquistadors arrived, the place was known as Quta Kahuaña (belvedere on the lake). Indeed, offerings destined to the God Illapa, God of thunder, were made from the top of the mountain. Spanish people, because they didn’t understand anything in Aymara’s language, simply contracted the two words into one and added their accent, and here is the result… Copa Cabana… At the same time, they built a small church with the purpose of evangelization. Today, the 14 stations are represented by crosses, penitents go up carrying 14 stones, one for each station. At half-way, they also stop to bless lucky objects such as small houses or cars. Amautas (Andean shamans) are ready to connect with Pachamama in order to satisfy the Pagan desire. Finally, the view from the top of the Ordeal is wonderful, sunsets on the lake make this experience unique for every traveler.