We were initially interested in visiting Pisaq because it is famous for having a splendid Sunday market, where local people travel from communities across the region to trade. After visiting many days in many countries I had certain expectations about what the market itself would be like. I expected to find a fair amount local produce, a few people selling meat, and considering that this was a town frequented by tourists as a side trip for Machu Picchu, a lot of crafts. My expectations about the Pisaq Market itself were true for the most part, but the town, its location, and the mood of the market blew me away. Visiting Pisaq was both an exciting market experience and a time to reflect on life in the High Andes.