Bolivia – geography Bolivia is twice the size of France, but immensely sparsely populated; over half of the country are virtually untouched natural areas. Population The largest ethnic groups are the Quechua and Aymará Indians in the highlands; they constitute resp. 30 and just over 20% of the population. In the northern lowlands, there are… Read More »
Bolivia is a colorful but small country in South America. It is characterized by the diversity of landscapes and the kilometers along vineyards. Although this country has many special sights to offer, the flow of tourists is limited. You can therefore optimally enjoy an adventurous but peaceful holiday here. Bolivia dates back to 13,000 BC.… Read More »
Subchapters: Basic data Public finances and the state budget Banking system Tax System Basic data As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the Bolivian economy fell into a deep recession, the largest recorded since 1953. In 2020, industry, tourism, mining and transport were the most affected. In 2021, the economy grew by 6.11%, placing it… Read More »
VISAS, ENTRY RULES, CUSTOMS REGULATIONS in Bolivia You need a visa to travel to Bolivia. To do this, the following documents are submitted to the Embassy of the country: – Passport, valid for at least 6 months after the end of the planned trip; – a photocopy of the main page of the passport; –… Read More »
The ancestors of the Aymara Indians began to settle in the current territory of Bolivia in the vicinity of Lake Titicaca in the 13th century BC. e. They founded the first agricultural settlements here. For all the time of development of these lands, the state of Tiahuanaco reached its highest prosperity, which in the 3-10… Read More »
Sucre (Bolivia) (O, J) The historic city of Sucre, located in the foothills of Sica and Churuquella, in the center – south of Bolivia, is an excellent example of the intact and well-preserved architectural mix achieved in Latin America through the assimilation of local traditions. and styles imported from Europe. It was founded by the Spanish in the first half of the 16th century, being… Read More »
Bolivia The state crossed by the Andes and political instability Bolivia is the third largest state in South America and the highest; here is the city of Potosí, which is the highest on the continent. It also has the distinction of having two capitals: Sucre, the official capital, and La Paz, the seat of the… Read More »
General travel information for Bolivia Continent: South America Geographical location: Central South America, located in the southern hemisphere Highest elevation: Sajama (6542 m above sea level) Longest river: Río Mamoré (1170 km) Form of government: Republic System of Government: Presidential system Languages: Spanish (official language), plus 36 indigenous languages including Quechua, Aymara and Guaraní Neighboring… Read More »