Rahim Tabet | November 15, 2014 |
Bolivia
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South America
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Travel
Bolivia is said to be the most backward country in South America and that while it was once the richest colony of the Spanish Empire. But Bolivia is also called the purest country of South America and was once the center of the Indian civilization. It is certainly colorful and multicultural. The Indian tribes Aymara`s and Quecha`s (and some smaller tribes) form the majority of the population. Bolivia is one of the poorest countries in Latin America and the gap between rich and poor is large.
Geographically Bolivia consists of the high plains, the eastern lowlands and fertile valleys. On the border of Bolivia and Peru is Lake Titicaca, the second largest lake in South America. In the west of Bolivia is Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt flat in the world. On the high plains of the Andes, you can suffer from soroche, an altitude sickness. You can then get dizzy and nauseous and / or headache and get palpitations.
Bolivia borders with Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Peru. The nation's capital is Sucre. Bolivia is completely surrounded by other countries and has no seaports. In the west of Bolivia is the Andes. The highest peak is Nevado Sajama at a height of 6542 m.
History
The original inhabitants, the Indians, were highly likely tens of thousands of years ago the crossing from Asia to America. Particularly striking are the similarities between the Andean Aymara and Quechua languages and the Polynesian. Also look there are clear similarities.
From 1200 AD. Bolivia came under the rule of the Incas. The Incas built roads and built aqueducts, forts and temples. The language of the Incas, Quechua, is still one of the official languages of Bolivia. The Incas ruled about 300 years, around 1520 the Inca empire crumbled slowly partly because of the internal conflicts that they had.
Around 1545 was South America and therefore Bolivia colonized by the Spaniards. After the Bolivian independence war was on August 6, 1825 the independence of the "República de Bolívar" proclaimed. Since then the country has been ravaged by wars and coups. The 2005 presidential elections were won by the left "indígena" (Native Indian), Evo Morales Ayma. He became the first indigenous president of Bolivia. On April 30, 2006 he signed an economic treaty with Cuba and Venezuela and Bolivia in 2009, adopted a new constitution.
People & culture
This is home to over 8 million people in Bolivia, of which more than half of Indian descent. Lives more than half of the population in big cities. The biggest cities of Cochabamba, La Paz, Santa Cruz and Sucre.
There live about 2.5 million Quechua and about 2 million Aymara`s in Bolivia. The Aymara`s live around Lake Titicaca and around La Paz. The Quechua live especially in other parts of the Andes. About 30,000 Indians live as they have always lived, the rest is influenced by Western lifestyles. The influence of the Aymara and other indigenous traditions deeply rooted in both religion, music and clothing.
The chewing of coca leaves in Bolivia and a relaxing social event like that to us is drinking coffee or tea. When the miners, there is a Coca break. It will be appreciated if you give coca leaves to residents or cooperative miners gift.
Weaving and pottery are typical Bolivian art forms dating back to prehistoric times. There were then new ways of finishing and polishing discovered that are still being used.
The costume of Bolivia is world famous. It is carried by the women from the highlands. In La Paz, you will see many women with colored pleated skirt, shawl and bowler hat. Each province and valley has its own colors and models. The clothes generally gives the status and wealth.
Language
The official language is Spanish, but the South American Spanish spoken in Bolivia is similar in syntax and pronunciation different from the Spanish in Spain. Almost half of the population speaks Spanish in addition to another one of the two major official Indian languages: Quechua or Aymara.
Safety
Bolivia is (unfortunately) not known to be very safe. Some places you should avoid during the rainy season (Yungas) and also it is always important to be up to date with the current state of affairs regarding the roads and any roadblocks that can take place throughout the year.
Many travelers say they feel safer than in some other countries in South America. Of course, it is always important to take into account the most commonly used precautions. Leave expensive jewelry at home and so do not take too much money with us. It is mainly recommended to apply for debit card fraud, false police and supposedly 'helpful' tourists.
Medical Information
In Bolivia, the medical facilities concentrated in major cities and around the mines. The level of the facilities in the hospitals is low.
Immunizations
Vaccinations are recommended for certain areas. For current advice please contact the Public Health Service, Travel Clinic or the Tropical Centre.
Visa
On arrival in Bolivia (by air or land), you get a stamp in your passport that you can stay 30 days in the country. Officially, you may even stay 90 days without a visa in Bolivia.
If you want to stay longer than 90 days in Bolivia can be a volunteer visa (work visa) applications a year is valid or you can extend the tourist visa by eg. One day to cross the border with Peru or Chile and return a new stamp to ask for 90 days. Keep in mind that the customs officer does not always find it good!
Price
Prices in Bolivia is lower than in the United States.
The currency of Bolivia is the boliviano.
Transport
Transportation to the country
Most flights to Bolivia will not directly but through the neighboring countries Argentina, Chile and Peru. This is often also cheaper. La Paz International Airport (El Alto) is the highest civilian airport in the world (4085 m). Santa Cruz also has an international airport.
Transport in the country
You can rent a car in Bolivia, only there are few paved roads. And especially in the rainy season, it is absolutely not do themselves to drive the car.
The bus is the most common form of public transport in Bolivia. It is also the best way to get in touch with the Bolivian population. In Bolivian cities you can also take a taxi. These rides are relatively cheap. Speak always in advance on the price.
Flora & Fauna
Due to the remoteness Bolivia has a particularly rich and varied fauna. Llamas and alpacas are characteristic of the highlands, they only come almost impossible in the wild. The guanaco and vicuña still live in the wild.
The plant world is very diverse, this is partly due to the different climates and landscapes. In the growing jungle eg. The rare mahogany trees. The most interesting plant is the Puya Raimundi, the largest in the world with a succulent flower stalk that can be up to 12 meters. This plant blooms for the first time after 100 years!
Geographically Bolivia consists of the high plains, the eastern lowlands and fertile valleys. On the border of Bolivia and Peru is Lake Titicaca, the second largest lake in South America. In the west of Bolivia is Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt flat in the world. On the high plains of the Andes, you can suffer from soroche, an altitude sickness. You can then get dizzy and nauseous and / or headache and get palpitations.
Bolivia borders with Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Peru. The nation's capital is Sucre. Bolivia is completely surrounded by other countries and has no seaports. In the west of Bolivia is the Andes. The highest peak is Nevado Sajama at a height of 6542 m.
History
The original inhabitants, the Indians, were highly likely tens of thousands of years ago the crossing from Asia to America. Particularly striking are the similarities between the Andean Aymara and Quechua languages and the Polynesian. Also look there are clear similarities.
From 1200 AD. Bolivia came under the rule of the Incas. The Incas built roads and built aqueducts, forts and temples. The language of the Incas, Quechua, is still one of the official languages of Bolivia. The Incas ruled about 300 years, around 1520 the Inca empire crumbled slowly partly because of the internal conflicts that they had.
Around 1545 was South America and therefore Bolivia colonized by the Spaniards. After the Bolivian independence war was on August 6, 1825 the independence of the "República de Bolívar" proclaimed. Since then the country has been ravaged by wars and coups. The 2005 presidential elections were won by the left "indígena" (Native Indian), Evo Morales Ayma. He became the first indigenous president of Bolivia. On April 30, 2006 he signed an economic treaty with Cuba and Venezuela and Bolivia in 2009, adopted a new constitution.
People & culture
This is home to over 8 million people in Bolivia, of which more than half of Indian descent. Lives more than half of the population in big cities. The biggest cities of Cochabamba, La Paz, Santa Cruz and Sucre.
There live about 2.5 million Quechua and about 2 million Aymara`s in Bolivia. The Aymara`s live around Lake Titicaca and around La Paz. The Quechua live especially in other parts of the Andes. About 30,000 Indians live as they have always lived, the rest is influenced by Western lifestyles. The influence of the Aymara and other indigenous traditions deeply rooted in both religion, music and clothing.
The chewing of coca leaves in Bolivia and a relaxing social event like that to us is drinking coffee or tea. When the miners, there is a Coca break. It will be appreciated if you give coca leaves to residents or cooperative miners gift.
Weaving and pottery are typical Bolivian art forms dating back to prehistoric times. There were then new ways of finishing and polishing discovered that are still being used.
The costume of Bolivia is world famous. It is carried by the women from the highlands. In La Paz, you will see many women with colored pleated skirt, shawl and bowler hat. Each province and valley has its own colors and models. The clothes generally gives the status and wealth.
Language
The official language is Spanish, but the South American Spanish spoken in Bolivia is similar in syntax and pronunciation different from the Spanish in Spain. Almost half of the population speaks Spanish in addition to another one of the two major official Indian languages: Quechua or Aymara.
Safety
Bolivia is (unfortunately) not known to be very safe. Some places you should avoid during the rainy season (Yungas) and also it is always important to be up to date with the current state of affairs regarding the roads and any roadblocks that can take place throughout the year.
Many travelers say they feel safer than in some other countries in South America. Of course, it is always important to take into account the most commonly used precautions. Leave expensive jewelry at home and so do not take too much money with us. It is mainly recommended to apply for debit card fraud, false police and supposedly 'helpful' tourists.
Medical Information
In Bolivia, the medical facilities concentrated in major cities and around the mines. The level of the facilities in the hospitals is low.
Immunizations
Vaccinations are recommended for certain areas. For current advice please contact the Public Health Service, Travel Clinic or the Tropical Centre.
Visa
On arrival in Bolivia (by air or land), you get a stamp in your passport that you can stay 30 days in the country. Officially, you may even stay 90 days without a visa in Bolivia.
If you want to stay longer than 90 days in Bolivia can be a volunteer visa (work visa) applications a year is valid or you can extend the tourist visa by eg. One day to cross the border with Peru or Chile and return a new stamp to ask for 90 days. Keep in mind that the customs officer does not always find it good!
Price
Prices in Bolivia is lower than in the United States.
The currency of Bolivia is the boliviano.
Transport
Transportation to the country
Most flights to Bolivia will not directly but through the neighboring countries Argentina, Chile and Peru. This is often also cheaper. La Paz International Airport (El Alto) is the highest civilian airport in the world (4085 m). Santa Cruz also has an international airport.
Transport in the country
You can rent a car in Bolivia, only there are few paved roads. And especially in the rainy season, it is absolutely not do themselves to drive the car.
The bus is the most common form of public transport in Bolivia. It is also the best way to get in touch with the Bolivian population. In Bolivian cities you can also take a taxi. These rides are relatively cheap. Speak always in advance on the price.
Flora & Fauna
Due to the remoteness Bolivia has a particularly rich and varied fauna. Llamas and alpacas are characteristic of the highlands, they only come almost impossible in the wild. The guanaco and vicuña still live in the wild.
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