Like most cities in Bolivia, Coroico has a history that’s rooted in conflict. This tropical city’s beauty hides a surprisingly violent past. In the 16th century Coroico Viejo was founded by Spanish colonial settlers above the Quri Wayq’u river. While the town thrived off mining gold, they were constantly being attacked by neighboring native tribes. […]
La Paz is a capital that’s filled with enough anomalies to make a scholar’s head spin. Today it’s a vibrant metropolis with over 2.3 million residents that take on its shockingly high 3,650 meter (11,975 ft.) altitude. Originally the site of the Inca settlement Laja, the indigenous outpost was quickly conquered by the Spaniards in […]
La Paz is the perfect example of what happens when two wildly different cultures collide. While there are modern parts to the city, visitors can’t help but feel like they have gone back in time. From palaces that have been burnt down multiple times to wild indigenous traditions, La Paz hasn’t forgotten its rebellious history. […]
Out of all the places to visit in Bolivia, none are more surreal than the salt flats in Uyuni. That’s because this is probably the most breathtaking place to take photos in the world. From silly angle photos to sublime mirror shots, the sky is the limit with how many wild pictures visitors can take. […]