5 must-see cities in Bolivia in 2022:
- Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz de la Sierra — largest city in Bolivia, capital of the department of Santa Cruz. It is located in the eastern part of the country and is home to about two million people. The city is known for its great weather, friendly locals and many tourist attractions. The most popular things to do in Santa Cruz de la Sierra — visit Amboru National Park, walk through the nearby rainforest and tour Lake Titicaca.
Amboro National Park — leader in popularity in Bolivia. It is located near Santa Cruz de la Sierra. Almost 600,000 hectares are covered by subtropical forests and savannahs.
- La Paz
La Pas — the capital of Bolivia and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. There are many interesting sights here, including the world's highest cable car, which takes passengers to the top of Mount Illimani. La Paz is also a great place to try traditional Bolivian dishes such as salteñas and llama meat.
While in La Paz, take a day trip to Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. You can take a boat tour of the lake and even visit its islands.
- Cochabamba
Cochabamba — the third largest city in Bolivia with a population of just over half a million people. It is located in the central part of Bolivia, in a valley surrounded by mountains. In Cochabamba, known as the “City of Eternal Spring” in fact, the climate is quite temperate. Many colonial-style buildings have been preserved here, including the Cathedral of St. James and the Church of San Sebastian. There are several museums, such as the Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography and the Museum of Modern Art.
- Sucre
Sucre — the constitutional capital of Bolivia and concurrently one of the oldest cities in the country. There are many buildings of the colonial era, museums and universities. The city center is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sucre is also a good base for exploring the nearby countryside, including the Valley of the Moon and the Inca ruins of Tarabuco. If you are interested in history and culture, Sucre is a must on your itinerary in Bolivia.
- Potosi
Potoshi — a city located in southern Bolivia. It is best known for being home to Cerro Rico, a mountain that was once mined for silver. Today Potosi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an interesting place to experience Bolivian history and culture. The city also has several buildings from the colonial era, such as the Church of San Lorenzo and the Casa de la Moneda — Mint.
These are just some of the Bolivian cities recommended for travel. Whether you are looking for adventure, history, culture or just a place to relax, you are sure to find your corner of this exotic country.
