Life as a hermit in the Andes Mountains

Peña poses for a picture outside his home, a four hour trek from the nearest town.

Pedro Peña plays a game of dominoes with mountain guide Rene Mateus.

Peña's home is currently going through some repairs.

Peña's home has awesome views of the Andes mountains, and valleys surrounding the city of Merida.

Peña's kitchen. A basic affair.

Peña helps to keep his old stove cooking.

Peñas timeless dishes

Moby Dick, one of Peña's two dogs, poses for a picture.

Cows left to graze on their own by local campesinos, sometimes visit Peña's home.

Accomodations at Peña's house are rustic.

Peña's home was built over a hundred years ago

Once every two or three weeks Peña heads down to Merida to get supplies.