P1050985
From: South America » Bolivia
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 ... [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 ... [read more] Blog: Breathless in La Paz and Relaxed in Sucre :(
Date: April 10th 2009
La Paz is the highest capital city in the world and its obvious as soon as you step off the plane/bus. Especially since while walking around the city you always seems to be going uphill and are immediately out of breath! :) It is a very fun city to be in for a budget backpacker. Lots of gingo-run party hostels, discos, yummy restaurants with international cuisines (had Sushi and Indian food there ... read more
Date: April 10th 2009
La Paz is the highest capital city in the world and its obvious as soon as you step off the plane/bus. Especially since while walking around the city you always seems to be going uphill and are immediately out of breath! :) It is a very fun city to be in for a budget backpacker. Lots of gingo-run party hostels, discos, yummy restaurants with international cuisines (had Sushi and Indian food there ... read more
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I live in Long Beach, Southern California. I love my job teaching 7th grade Biology/Health in Long Beach. However, for years I have dreamed of taking off to South America for a few months on my own with just my backpack...so now is the time to do it. I am very excited, scared, curious, and so much more. Can't wait for the adventures to begin. ... full info
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