Baltazar Ushca, Who Kept Andean Ice Harvesting Alive, Dies at 80
Briefly

"For 60 years, Baltazar Ushca has been the last ice merchant, continuing a tradition that blends cultural heritage with the harsh realities of modern life. His legacy reflects resilience against the tide of modernity that has almost rendered his trade extinct."
"The natural ice from Chimborazo is the best ice, and I have earned a living by bringing it down from the mountain, through physical toil, for those who still depend on it for refrigeration and enjoyment in their daily lives."
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