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Bolivia, named after independence fighter Simon BOLIVAR, broke away from Spanish rule in 1825; much of its subsequent history has consisted of a series of nearly 200 coups and counter-coups. Comparatively democratic civilian rule was established in 1... [read more]
Bolivia, named after independence fighter Simon BOLIVAR, broke away from Spanish rule in 1825; much of its subsequent history has consisted of a series of nearly 200 coups and counter-coups. Comparatively democratic civilian rule was established in 1... [read more] Blog: Uyuni - Bolivia
Date: April 28th 2007
Finally in Bolivia! The overnight journey from Salta in Argentina to the border town was the prediction of what was to await us in Bolivia. Bumpy roads, people shuffling seats on the bus, and cold nights. I was first seated next to a young female tourist but ended up (not sure how and why) being seated next to an overweight but friendly Bolivian in his 60s. Right as we met, he very proudly mentio ... read more
Date: April 28th 2007
Finally in Bolivia! The overnight journey from Salta in Argentina to the border town was the prediction of what was to await us in Bolivia. Bumpy roads, people shuffling seats on the bus, and cold nights. I was first seated next to a young female tourist but ended up (not sure how and why) being seated next to an overweight but friendly Bolivian in his 60s. Right as we met, he very proudly mentio ... read more
