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Bolivia Travel Information
The Plurinational State of Bolivia
(Spanish: Estado Plurinacional de Bolivia)
is a landlocked country in South America.
It shares land borders with
Argentina,
Brazil,
Chile,
Paraguay, and
Peru.
As of 2010,
the population of Bolivia was estimated to be 10,902,778.
Bolivia has two capitals, both of which are known for their high elevations:
- Sucre is the constitutional capital, and is
at an altitude of 9,000 feet (2,750 meters).
As of
2006,
the city had a population of 247,300.
- La Paz is the seat of government,
and is the highest capital city in the world. The center of the city
is at an elevation of 12,007 feet (3,660 meters) above sea level.
However, the center of the city is surrounded by still higher hills
and mountains, and the city has hence grown to incorporate even higher
elevations.
As of
2008,
La Paz had a population of 877,363, but is part of a combined metropolitan
area which also incorporates the nearby cities of El Alto and Viacha, and
which all together have a combined metropolitan population of about 2.3 million.
The largest city in Bolivia is however neither Sucre nor La Paz, it is
in fact Santa Cruz de la Sierra, which as of
2009,
had a population of 1,594,926, with
1,862,911 people live in the city and its metropolitan area.
Sunrise Across the Salt Flats, Salar De Uyuni, Bolivia
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Houses with Huayna Potosi Behind, La Paz, Bolivia
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Here are some books about travel to Bolivia:
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By Anja Mutic & Paul Smith
Lonely Planet Paperback (392 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: Nobody knows Bolivia like Lonely Planet, and our 7th edition helps you uncover the secrets of this rugged Andean country. Lose yourself among blinding-white salt flats, creep through the jungle seeking wildlife, shop in a bustling indigenous market and explore exquisite colonial cities. Adventure awaits - let us take you there.
Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
In This Guide:
Full Color highlights chapter with top picks from other travelers Unique Green Index identifies sustainable options Outdoors chapter with trekking, mountain biking, horseback riding and more
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By Ben Box & Robert Kunstaetter
Footprint Handbooks Hardcover (708 pages)
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Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador is a route for thrill-seekers. Footprint's 3rd edition Peru, Bolivia & Ecuador Handbook will take you off the usual 'Gringo Trail' to truly discover what this exhilarating region has to offer. The Amazon, the Andes and adventure, Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador has it all by the bucket load. Whether travelers fancy learning Spanish in Quito, following Darwin to the Galapagos Islands, trekking the Inca Trail, sailing across Lake Titicaca or driving across the great salt lake at Salar de Uyuni, Footprint's fully revised and updated 3rd edition Peru, Bolivia & Ecuador Handbook has it covered. The guide opens with a color section full of inspirational advice to help you plan your trip giving you a flavor of the best things to see and do. It includes suggested itineraries for a 2 or 4 week trip to ensure you see the best of what these extraordinary countries have to offer. The guide then provides extensive, thoroughly researched information which will help you plan your trip as well as advising you on the ground. The Essentials section provides great advice on how to get there and how to get around as well as information on sleeping, eating, drinking and shopping giving you an idea of what you can expect to pay. The heart of the guide is broken in to the key regions with each regional section providing an overview map, local information on how to get around with transport and street maps where relevant, a short history of the region, thorough advice on what to see and do and a directory of key local information on banks, embassies, Internetcolor cafes and medical services. There is also a full-colour mini atlas which has maps of each region to help you get your bearings. |
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By James Read
Rough Guides Paperback (384 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: Full-colour throughout, "The Rough Guide to Bolivia" is the ultimate travel guide to one of South America's most captivating countries. With 30 years experience and our trademark 'tell it like it is' writing style, "Rough Guides" cover all the basics with practical, on-the-ground details, as well as unmissable alternatives to the usual must-see sights. At the top of your list and guaranteed to get you value for money, each guide also reviews the best accommodation and restaurants in all price brackets. We know there are times for saving, and times for splashing out. "The Rough Guide to Bolivia" features: over 50 colour-coded maps featuring every listing; area-by-area chapter highlights; Top 5 boxes; and, things not to miss section. Make the most of your trip with "The Rough Guide to Bolivia". |
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By Robert Kunstaetter
Footprint Handbooks Hardcover (464 pages)
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Footprint’s fully revised and updated 5th edition of its acclaimed Bolivia guide is packed with opportunities to sample the country’s vast range of adventure sports—from trekking through dense jungle to mountain biking down the world’s most dangerous road. Whether you want to get high in the Andes, get off the beaten track or get the low-down on the country’s wildest festivals, this guide has it all, making it essential reading for those wishing to get the most out of this weird and wonderful landlocked country in the heart of South America. |
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By Paula Newton & Margaret Rode
Viva Publishing Paperback (400 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: V!VA Travel Guides Bolivia This June 2010 version is the most up-to-date travel guide to Bolivia available anywhere. If you want a real, genuine South American cultural experience, you want to go to Bolivia. With the largest indigenous population in the Americas, ancient cultural traditions, beliefs, and customs thrive, as evidenced by the country's colorful markets, dances, festivals and celebrations. With this book you can: - Watch for wildlife in Madidi National Park and other remote regions of the Amazon rainforest, an economical alternative to Peru and Ecuador's jungle - Traverse the great salt flats and discover why it took us so long to realize the world was round - Trek and hike through remote indigenous villages and climb the towering Andean summits of the Cordillera Real. - Learn about Bolivia's history and get the most up-to-date information on its tumultuous political situation. The opportunities for adventure and exploration are endless, and with V!VA's book in tow, you won't miss a thing. Why settle for an outdated guidebook? The V!VA community of on-the-ground travel writers, local experts and travelers like you are continuously updating and improving this guide at vivatravelguides.com. Join them, and together we'll make the best guidebook to Bolivia even better. |
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By Robert J. Werner
Interlink Publishing Released: 2009-03-16 Paperback (124 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: This land of colorful cultures and stunning landscapes offers the curious visitor and student an unending stream of extraordinary things. From a fantastic archeological record to llama fetuses in the Witch s Market, from the coca story to the hemisphere s first indigenous president, the history and cultures of Bolivia is an eye-opening experience.
But behind its breathtaking scenery and welcoming culture lies a more complex country facing serious political instability and environmental threat. Bolivia in Focus helps the traveler who aspires to be well-informed to understand the wider picture and build up an overall knowledge of the country. It also gives the reader a thought-provoking introduction to the sources of tension in Bolivia, the poorest country in South America, and the people s struggle for social justice that has been missing since the arrival of colonialism five hundred years ago.
Bolivia in Focus is an authoritative and up-to-date guide to this captivating country. It explores the land and people, history, economy, politics, society, culture and religion, and includes the author s tips on must-see landmarks and historical sites and how to get the most out of a brief visit. |
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By David Atkinson
Bradt Travel Guides Paperback (288 pages)
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Bolivia retains its pre-Columbian traditions more than any other country in South America. This full-length country guide explores every aspect of Bolivia with a strong focus on the natural history and culture--hallmarks of the Bradt range. David Atkinson provides an insider's selection of the best Bolivia can offer: a country which is a haven for hikers and trekkers, possesses a bustling streetlife of traditional markets and modern nightclubs, and is also an ideal place to soak up some Latin American culture before the onset of mass tourism.
Features include:
*Insider's tips and perspective, by an experienced travel writer residing in Bolivia *Full suggested itineraries and excursions, even for the short-stay visitor *A special section on the best treks *In-depth coverage of the travelers' hubs: La Paz, Santa Cruz, and Sucre
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By Keith Richards
Kuperard Released: 2009-08-04 Paperback (168 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear of embarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliar situations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful business relationships.
Culture Smart! offers illuminating insights into the culture and society of a particular country. It will help you to turn your visit-whether on business or for pleasure-into a memorable and enriching experience. Contents include:
* customs, values, and traditions * historical, religious, and political background * life at home * leisure, social, and cultural life * eating and drinking * dos, don'ts, and taboos * business practices * communication, spoken and unspoken
"Culture Smart has come to the rescue of hapless travellers." Sunday Times Travel
"... the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries." Global Travel
"...full of fascinating-as well as common-sense-tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas." Observer
"...as useful as they are entertaining." Easyjet Magazine
"...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world." New York Times |
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By Ben Box & Daisy Kunstaetter
Footprint Handbooks Paperback (672 pages)
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The first-ever guide to these 3 incredible countries is back for it's 2nd edition. Fully revised and updated to provide you everything you need to know, whether you want to learn Spanish in Quito; follow in Darwin's footsteps in the Galapagos islands; trek the alternative Inca Trail; hurtle down the most dangerous road in the world or drive across the world's largest salt lake. Take off and discover something out of the ordinary. |
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