Llama at Laguna Colorada

Bruised Bums in Bolivia (Horse and Jeep Adventures in the Altiplano)

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December 3rd 2005
Back into Bolivia and the Journey to Tupiza When we crossed from Argentina to into the Bolivian border town of Villazon, we were hit by the all to familiar smell of Coca leaves, they were everywhere and everyone was chewing. The sheer number of bags of leaves on sale made us wonder if a large quantity wasn’t destined for the other side of the border. We soon found the bus station and purchased ... read more

South America » Bolivia

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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