GG & JP in train graveyard!

Week 4 of South America overland trip

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August 21st 2009
Had a nice lazy day in La Paz before starting the next leg of our adventure. La Paz is a big busy bustling city - you could say there's organised chaos! Some parts are a bit grimey but we found some gorgeous quiet streets and squares after a bit of exploring. Our group (including new team member Barbara, a Liverpudlian Aussie!!) all went out for dinner that night but the service was so slow that ... read more

South America » Bolivia » Potosí Department » Salar de Uyuni

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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