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11:08 ‘Puro Puno’ fair to showcase the best of Altiplano region in Lima
 
Lima, May 06 (ANDINA). Puno will promote its wide variety of agro-industrial products, cuisine and tourist attractions at ‘Puro Puno’ fair to be held for the first time in Lima from June 28 to July 1, Mauricio Rodriguez, Puno's governor said on Sunday.
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Photo: ANDINA / Rafael Cornejo
Rodriguez stressed that this event seeks to change people's perception about Puno.

"We want to show that Puno has much to offer, promotes private investment and local authorities are working to enhance the competitiveness of producers," he stated.

Rodriguez noted that this event will bring together representatives from 13 provinces, who will exhibit the best of their products, such as alpaca fiber, quinoa, cañihua, native potatoes, Tunki coffee (known as one of the best coffees in the world), among others.

In addition, he said that the four-day event will showcase Puno's cuisine and tourist attractions like Titicaca Lake, Chullpas of Sillustani, among others.

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Date: 06/05/2012
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