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By Condé Nast Traveler

“[in bolivia] you will feel what a person feels when encountering an inarguably unique corner of the planet—somehow both diminished and emboldened, both lost and found.”

experience the world’s largest salt flat, a unique and mystical landscape; a

vast playground for those who enjoy photography.

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The Uyuni Salt Desert was formed as a result of transformations between several prehistoric salt

lakes at over 3,600 meters absl (11,995ft). It magnitude is roughly ¼ the size of Switzerland with an area of 12,000 square kilometers (7,456

sq mi) and growing, according to the Bolivian Geographic Institute. The Uyuni Salt Flat is

covered by a few meters of salt crust, and has an extraordinary flatness. Because of this, the Salar is a favorite playground for photographers who experiment with perspective to create amazing

images and tricks-of-the-eye.

“[travel] to an otherworldly

land where nature is still

allowed to play by its own

rules.” By Condé Nast Traveler largest

salt flat

the planet’s

step into a dreamy world of volcanoes, hot springs, geysers, colorful lagoons and equally fascinating wildlife.

eduardo avaroa andean fauna national reserve

02The Eduardo Avaroa Andean Reserve has a dreamlike, otherworldly beauty, just like its neighbor, the Uyuni Salt Flat. It encompasses glacial salt lakes whose icy waters are stained bright red or emerald green by microorganisms or mineral deposits. It beckons with its snowcapped volcanic peaks, frozen, high-altitude deserts, and strange rock formations similar to those found in Dalí paintings.

There is a wide range of rare Andean wildlife here, including many species rarely seen elsewhere. You can find all three South American species of flamingo, including the world’s largest population of the rare James flamingo, one of the eighty different bird species found in the reserve. You’re almost certain to see large herds of vicuñas, viscachas, and even the elusive Andean fox.

natural reserve

a fascinating

“in southern bolivia, lakes are red as blood, clear as the sky, and covered with glittering white salt.”By Condé Nast Traveler

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explore the contrasts between modern and

traditional la paz and be amazed by the out-of-this-

world scenery of moon valley.

la paz &moon valley

Discover the hidden treasures of a city with its own unique flair. Where indigenous ethnicity blends seamlessly with colonial tradition and

coexists happily with modern worldliness. Step into another world in Moon Valley. Only a short

drive from La Paz, it boasts an amazing display of rock erosion patterns like nothing you’ve ever

seen before.

travelers seeking a destination that is rich in culture, and truly breathtaking, should head to la laz, in bolivia, a frenetic city that sits in the shadows of towering mount illimani. By Travel & Leisure

tradition & flair

A CITY WITH

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Tiwanaku was the spiritual and political center of a powerful pre-Hispanic culture. The archeological site features beautiful monumental stone buildings that have survived for centuries.

tiwanakuTiwanaku is a Pre-Columbian archaeological site in the Andes of Bolivia at nearly two thousand miles above sea level. It was the capital of the powerful Tiwanaku Empire that dominated a large area of the southern Andes between 500 and 900 AD.

“[tiwanaku’s] monumental remains testify to the cultural and political significance of this civilization, which is distinct from any of the other pre-hispanic empires of the americas.” By Travel & Leisure

ancient culture

a powerful

take in the beauty of lake titicaca, an icy high-

altitude lake, said to be the birthplace of the sun

god of the inca empire. A place where man and nature coexist in perfect harmony.

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Nestled between the Andean borders of Peru and Bolivia is Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, at 3,810 meters (12,500 ft.)

above sea level. Lake Titicaca is said to be the birthplace of the Inca Sun god and the place from

which the founders of the Inca Empire, Manco Capac and Mama Ocllo, emerged. It is home to many ruins on its many islands, and it is known for its tranquil and beautifully reflective bright

blue waters.high-altitude

lake

an icy

“on the border of peru and bolivia lies lake titicaca, an elevated wonder with enough views for a lifetime”.By Condé Nast Traveler

“known for its splendid

whitewashed façades, [Sucre]

is one of the most beautiful cities

in south america. its grid of

colonial streets is lined with

elegant Spanish architecture, its weather is a permanent

spring of clear skies and mild

temperatures, and its ambience

manages to combine

aristocratic gentility with

a youthful, student buzz.”

“Potosí is [today] a vision of ornate

churches, shuttered

mansions, cobbled streets and

elegant squares”

explore the colonial cities of bolivia. sucre is one of the most beautiful and potosi remains a vision of ornate buildings.

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The Historic City of Sucre, located in central-south Bolivia, was the first capital of Bolivia. It was founded by the Spanish in the first half of the 16th century. Its many well-preserved 16th-century religious buildings, such as San Lázaro, San Francisco and Santo Domingo, illustrate the blending of local architectural traditions with styles imported from Europe. (UNESCO)

The City of Potosí was regarded as the world’s largest industrial complex for its modern extraction of silver ore in the 16th century. It became one of the largest and wealthiest cities in the Americas until its mines were depleted. Today, Potosí is worth visiting for its beautiful churches, many decorated in silver, and its ornate colonial architecture.

By Condé Nast Traveler

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go on a real Amazon adventure in one of the

planet’s most biologically diverse and pristine

regions.

madidi nationalparkThe Madidi National Park in the upper Amazon River basin of Bolivia has an area of 18,958 square km, and is part of one of the largest protected areas in the world. More than 20,000

species are found in Madidi with over 1,200 bird species, representing 14% of the world’s bird species.

The Madidi has it all, dense rainforests, vast open savannas, tropical rivers, elusive indigenous people, and abundant wildlife.

A true wilderness experience for the adventurous at heart.

“venture into the remote

reaches of the bolivian amazon

to madidi national park

and discover an off-the-radar

utopia.” By National Geographic Traveler

wilderness experience

a true

“From mountain to jungle and the wide Altiplano, Bolivia is truly at the heart of South America.”By Wanderlust Travel Magazine

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