La Paz
The department of La Paz is located in the northwest sector of Bolivia, Pando limited
north, Oruro and Cochabamba to the south, Beni to the east and to the west by the
Republics of Chile and Peru.
Its area is of 133,985 km2, and has approximately 2.350.466 inhabitants.
Its capital is the city of La Paz (3649 m), seat of government, economic and political
capital of Bolivia. Store within itself the synthesis of cultures from around the country,
reflected in festivals and celebrations that are traditional dances and costumes, which
are the expression of the multicultural and ethnic presence are Bolivia.
La Paz is one of the most vibrant cities in Latin America, to which nature has endowed
with forms and colors that make it a fascinating place. The constant wakefulness of the
majestic Illimani (6462 m).
Paradise for tourists who marvel to walk through its streets, to know the Valley of the
Moon or transit through their Sagárnaga Street filled with artisan trade.
Tourist Attractions:
Lake Titicaca. Place of legends and history. His energy attracts visitors from all over the
world. The clarity of the sky that is reflected in its blue waters transports us to times of
Manko Kapac and Mama Ocllo (equivalent to Adam and Eve in Andean culture) is said
they left the Island of the Sun to populate the world. You can visit Copacabana,
Huatajata, Suriki, Sun and Moon Islands, either by hydrofoil boats, yachts and other
vessels, from which you can see the mountain range that provides the perfect backround
to this unique place.
Tiahuanacu .- Located only 90 minutes from the city, is a magical place that displays
impressive ruins that speak of ancient civilizations that gave birth to the Americ an
people, more than two thousand years ago.
Semi-tropical valleys and Amazonian forests .- It is amazing to go to Yungas and descend from 5,000 mts. to 1300 mts. in
a couple of hours. Climate and vegetation change on a fantastic journey of just over two hours. Extreme sports like trekking,
mountain biking etc. are practiced in this area.
It is the gateway to the Amazon area of San Buenaventura and Rurrenabaque (Beni)
part of the famous Madidi National Park. There are Indian enterprises as the
Uchipiamonas’ that wish to preserve natural resources and environment and offer
ecolodges giving travelers an opportunity to enjoy nature in all its grandeur. The
landscapes of virgin forest, are breathtaking and beautiful navigable rivers give you the
opportunity of hunting and fishing.
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