"tini58de's Bolivia Page" Bolivia by tini58de

Bolivia Travel Guide: 2,652 reviews and 5,703 photos

Bolivia is bordered by Brazil and Peru in the north, Paraguay and Argentina to the south and Chile to the west. The country is not as mountainous as many may think. In fact the country is made up mostly of lowlands which are sparsely populated. The mountainous area in the west which runs along the borders of Peru, Argentina and Chile have mountains which reach up over 20,000 ft. The Altiplano, which is a treeless plain stretching over a huge area and contains a few solitary volcanic peaks. In this area is also found Lake Titicacca - the highest navigable lake in the world.

On a tour through South America we spent three days in Bolivia, mainly La Paz and surroundings.

This short time was enough to fascinate me tremendously and make me want to go there again!

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Travellogue: LIFE IN THE ALTIPLANO

My fosterchild Wilma - smiling at last!

It fascinated me so much, that I decided to sponsor a child in the Bolivian Altiplano.

If you like to find out a little about Wilma and her life, please have a look at my Travellogue: LIFE IN THE ALTIPLANO

Last visit to Bolivia: Feb 1995
Intro Updated Jan 25, 2005
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Witches Local Customs (4)

The witches' market in La Paz exists as evidence of the strong belief in tradition and mythology to be found in Bolivia.... more travel advice

Religion and Tradition Local Customs (4)

Copacabana holds the famous "Dark Virgin of Copacabana" in its great colonial renaissance-style church, with other... more travel advice

Altiplano Things to Do (7)

The Altiplano is a treeless plain stretching over a huge area and contains a few solitary volcanic peaks. In this area... more travel advice

Delicious food Restaurants (1)

There are some truly excellent local specialities in Bolivia. These include: Api (a thick purple or yellow hot drink... more travel advice

Hotels (1)
Hotel Presidente
Shopping (2)
See All Witches' market
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Comments (57)

nepalgoods Aug 8, 2007 at 9:20 PM Report Abuse

I love this travelogue about Wilma! Great page!!
Nemorino Jul 27, 2007 at 10:37 AM Report Abuse

Interesting and moving travelogues about your foster child in Bolivia!
SLLiew Jun 25, 2007 at 11:46 PM Report Abuse

Excellent page of La Paz. Enjoyed reading about Witch Market :)
elpariente Apr 1, 2007 at 6:09 AM Report Abuse

Bolivia is a charming country and you pages and photos are very interesting and very good
yumyum Feb 13, 2007 at 11:25 AM Report Abuse

Thanks for a very imformative introduction to this magnificent country!
SanguiniA Jan 3, 2007 at 12:34 PM Report Abuse

Wonderful page about such an interesting country - and it is so admirable that you decided to foster Wilma. I still have to picture the jacuzzi in the room in Bolivia though :-) what a touch of class!
tiger9090a Aug 12, 2005 at 1:09 PM Report Abuse

Bolivia is a place I have to see yet. Therefore 'muchas gracias' for presenting this country here on VT. Especially liked your fine local customs tips! Your travelogues were good too. AND: I was visitor #3000!
Luchonda Jan 25, 2005 at 1:12 AM Report Abuse

Top information on Bolivia - maybe my next destination in SA Greets - Luc
shrimp56 Dec 19, 2004 at 7:22 AM Report Abuse

Absolutely fascinating cultural tips -- especially the food:)) If you want to see German witches try my Bad Harzburg page ;)
RedEaredPanda Aug 28, 2004 at 10:49 AM Report Abuse

Excellent Tip.. I love shopping tips and photos on out of the ordinary items.. Thanks again.