A pit stop in Boliva
Bolivia’s origins seemed to be based in greed, deceit, poverty and imposition. From the 1500s when silver was found in the hills of Potosi, where over 16 million kilograms of the ore was shipped to Spain; to tin being found and mined in the same area, ben... more
Donkey sitting on a Gold Mine
Now I have to be honest - I did not really enjoy La Paz.
By the time we arrived, I was getting sick of the cities and really wanted to get out and into the countryside. I did, however, have the chance to spend 3 or 4 days exploring La Paz and going afte... more
Breathless in La Paz
La Paz is a truly breathtaking city! The descent over the rim of the crater and down into the city is spectacular. Throw in the beautiful blue skies, add the high altitude,stir in the steep streets and you have a very lightheaded mix! more
Superbowl-of-a-city
La Paz is the capital and largest city in Bolivia, also highest capital of the world at 3600m (12,000ft). The airport is even higher, planes leaving don't need to climb very much! Most the streets are narrow and steep, one gets dizzy and unbalanced turnin... more
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