Sam taking it that one step further

La Paz and all that Jazz

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April 21st 2008
Santa Cruz, Samaipata and Cochabamba topped off with a stint in La Paz Dear all, I apologise for the delay in the latest edition of the blog. I put this largely down to the illness I picked up upon my arrival in La Paz, which knocked me for six! Nonetheless, much has happened since Perilous Potosi; we have visited four cities/towns, I have aged another year, and most importantly, ... read more

South America » Bolivia » La Paz Department » La Paz

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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