La Paz is the busy, quirky centre of Bolivia. With a population of nearly a million people, it sits precariously on the side of a canyon and cascades down to the bottom – possibly the world’s most perpendicular city! At 3,600 m above sea level it is the highest city in the world, with temperatures to match, so ensure you bring an extra layer of clothing on La Paz Bolivia holidays & tours to Lake Titicaca, Salt Flats, Sajama & the Yungas.
In true Spanish colonial style the main square, Plaza Murillo, is the historical centre of La Paz. Here you will find the massive cathedral, which took 150 years to build. Next door is the Presidential Palace and opposite stands the Congress Building. In its time, this has been a convent, a jail and a university. In the centre of the city is Mirador Laikakota, a lookout point with 360° panoramic views. There is also a perfect view of snow-capped Mount Illimani, which rises to 6,400m.
La Paz’ extraordinary topography has resulted in the installation of the world’s longest urban cable car network, Mi Teleferico. From the cable car the views of the city and Mount Illimani are spectacular - so do ride this network on La Paz Bolivia holidays & tours to Lake Titicaca, Salt Flats, Sajama & the Yungas.
If you enjoy markets, even by South American standards the ones in La Paz are a real highlight. At the heart of this bustling activity are Mercado Negro and Mercado de Heshiceria. Don't miss the Witches Market, run by ‘yatiri’ (witch doctors) who sell everything magical - from talismans to powders, potions and much more.
In the southern part of the city you will find Moon Valley, where a clay mountain has been shaped by erosion, creating dramatic lunar landscapes and tall clay and sandstone spires. On La Paz Bolivia holidays & tours to Lake Titicaca, Salt Flats, Sajama & the Yungas you will find the colours here breathtaking, ranging from beige tones to red and dark purple.
Northeast of the city, the Yungas is a narrow band of subtropical cloud forest that stretches along the eastern slope of the Andes Mountains. This region is favoured by birders as it has many endemic species. Much further south you will find the high altitude Sanjama National Park, which is home to the indigenous Aymara people and is another birding hot spot on La Paz Bolivia holidays & tours to Lake Titicaca, Salt Flats, Sajama & the Yungas.
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