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Two figures in traditional Andean clothing walk across a stark, high-altitude landscape near Rainbow Mountain. Wrapped in vibrant woven textiles and layered garments, they stand out against the muted tones of the rugged mountains behind them. The slopes rise steep and raw, streaked with patches of snow and thin waterfalls cutting through the rock, emphasizing the harshness of the environment. The ground is dry and wind-swept, with almost no vegetation, highlighting the extreme altitude of the Cusco region. The scene captures both the scale of the Andes and the enduring presence of local culture within this remote, powerful landscape.