New doors make a very happy village

Birthplace of the Sun

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February 18th 2006
It doesn´t seem to matter where you are, Asia, Central America, or South America, the boats are slow. Since we´re on holidays and having nothing to do but meet new people, soak up some sun, and take in the sights, 2.5hrs for 20km is no big deal. We arrived in the village of Cha´llapampa at the northern end of Isla del Sol, which is by far the nicer end of the island as most folks only come fo ... read more

South America » Bolivia » La Paz Department » Isla del Sol

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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