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Bolivian  Flag 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: Dancing in the Streets
Date: March 16th 2012

There appear to be two reasons why Bolivians have carnivals :
     • To get drunk and party for two days  • To get drunk and party for two days
Having said that, most days are generally like that in Bolivia. No day passes without a celebration of something or other. As carnival in Rio was stupidly expensive, we decided to spend a few days in Oruro, to experience the madness ... read more


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