Public phone in Cochabamba

Supply of coke and explosive materials to miners

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November 6th 2008
M writes: Reluctant to leave Bolivia we decide to see a little more of the country for a week or so, and head south towards Argentina. Having experienced tranquil Lake Titcaca, the jungle and the relative affluence of La Paz, we weren't really prepared for the difference in standards of living and poverty we witnessed off the beaten track. First of all we headed down to Cochabamba - 8 hour ... read more

South America » Bolivia » Potosí Department » Potosi

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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