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Bolivia, country of astounding
diversity.
The diversity of environments, cultures, landscapes, flora
and fauna makes BOLIVIA a fascinating tourist destination.
Bolivia offers unique and exciting adventures in tropical
jungles, on pre-Columbian trails and at the great Uyuni Salt
Lake, as well as cultural experiences where you will meet the
Aymaras and the descendents of the Tiwanaku civilization, who
have kept their spiritual values and traditions alive.
Information about Bolivia
Area: 1.098.581 sq. Km.
Population: 8,274,325 inhabitants. (2001
Census Updated) 70% are natives (essentially Quechuas and
Aymaras), 25% are of mixed race and 5% are white, of European
origin.
Languages: Spanish, Aymara, Quechua.
Currency: Called the Boliviano. 1
Bs = 100 cents. Paper bills of Bs. 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200.
Coins Bs. 1, 2 and 5, and 10, 20 and 50 cents
Exchange rate: One dollar equals 7.94
Bolivianos (July 2004)
Gratuities:
Usually they amount to 10% of your bill for waiters, but this
is not an obligation. It is not common to tip taxi-drivers.
Drinking Water: : Although tap water
is safe to drink, it is advisable to drink bottled water.
Electricity: Electric energy in all the
country is 220 volts, except for the Department of La Paz
where you can find both 110 and 220 volt outlets. |
Vaccinations: No special vaccines are
needed to enter Bolivia. Nevertheless, if you wish to visit
the Bolivian Amazon, vaccination against yellow fever is a
must and malaria prophylactics are recommended. Consult your
physician.
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Safety: Bolivian
cities are safe. Nevertheless, it is recommended to be
careful. Do not leave your luggage unattended and do not
carry your documents and other valuables in the street.
It is better to leave them in the safe provided in your
room or at your hotel. |
Weather: Suggested links to see
weather
 
 
Averages
temperatures in Bolivia (C°)
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La Paz
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Uyuni |
Santa Cruz
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Rurrena-
baque |
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W |
S |
W |
S |
W |
S |
W |
S |
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Max |
17 |
18 |
12 |
20 |
23 |
30 |
25 |
35 |
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Min |
1 |
6 |
-13 |
5 |
15 |
21 |
14 |
20 |
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Winter, S: Summer
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