Ancient Salt Pans in Maras

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Exploring the ancient salt ponds of Maras, Peru

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Thousands of man made ponds sit exposed to the elements in Maras , Peru .

The pans, each no more than a foot deep, fill with natural spring water which the sun evaporates, leaving behind the natural salt crystals created between 500 and 1000 AD .

Each pool yields about 330 lbs of salt per month.

Visiting these pans allows you to marvel at the beauty of nature.

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