Plaza Murillo

Bolivia: La Paz

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February 10th 2007
The Bolivian capital literally left me out of breath: the city is constantly bustling with activity....and is located at more than 3600 meters of altitude! No need to say that I needed a couple of hours to adjust to this high location...and the city's steep hills! When you arrive by bus from "El Alto", one of the poorest neighbourhoods, you can observe the capital built between a gigantic colourf ... 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