Short Guide to Bolivia
Between its high altitude and remote location, Bolivia has become the ‘Tibet of the Americas’. Reaching mesmerizing heights of 9,000 to 13,000ft, or 3,000 to 4,000m, Altiplano, a plain cornered between two Andean mountain ranges, is home to a large portion of Bolivia’s population.
Ancient ruins and insightful museums hold strong appeal for many history buffs. Remnants of Altiplano’s Inca Empire can be seen through the architectural styles of the cities as well as the numerous museums which display a host of intriguing artefacts. From 1500 BC and the Aymara of Lake Titicaca to 1538 AD and the Spanish conquest, the region has a rich and vastly interesting history.
A sound base of culture and beliefs drives the indigenous people of Bolivia, rendering it South America’s most beguiling area. The rich culture, steeped in history is a great part of its allure. The timid Bolivians still wear traditional and colourful clothing, adding to the mysticism and appeal of this quiet, cool and expansive plain. Evidence of the region’s living history can be seen in their methods of agriculture as well as in the fabrication of their dwellings. Their manner of weaving, crafting and meal preparation remains true to their ancestors. This strong legacy of tradition even traverses the high, thin air of the Altiplano by way of the mystical harmonies of panpipes.
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