High Altitudes: Life Across Urban and Indigenous Bolivia
I have always been curious about Bolivia as a place where centuries-old traditions persist even as the country becomes more modern. With altitudes close to 12,000 ft above sea level, you find yourself, at times, both breathless and fatigued. Bolivia has two capital cities which include La Paz. This vibrant city, nestled in a deep canyon, is known for its crowded streets, huge street markets, and strong Indigenous culture. I spent four days touring outside the city to experience the contrasts between the region’s high altitudes (up to 15,000 ft above sea level) and its arid and rugged terrain at the foothills of the country’s dramatic Andean mountains connecting with indigenous villages along the way. Here is what I learned from a place where tradition endures and progress is gradual….
