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La Paz and Death Road

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January 18th 2007
La Paz, the cultural and parliamental, but not constitutional capital of Bolivia. Arrival here brings my trip to a close, 41 days on the road with Kumuka has been nothing short of fantastic. Of the 17 on the truck, 4 boys go on to Rio for carnival, I could not think of four guys who are going to enjoy it more - Be careful gents! People of Boliva are very proud, but shy compared to Peruvians. ... read more

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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