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Bits and Bobs about Bolivia

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September 15th 2007
A few facts and observations on Boliva... 1. Beware of asking any Bolivian local for directions. They are so eager to appear helpful that if they don't know the way, they will simply make up directions 2. Bolivia is the world's biggest exporter of Brazil nuts (more than Brazil, which it shares a border with) 3. The most common petty crime in La Paz is the theft of bowler hats, usually off ... 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