• Boys boating on dry land in a traditional dugout canoe

    Boys boating on dry land in a traditional dugout canoe

  • Behind the wall of sleep: Bolivian schoolchildren catch forty winks

    Behind the wall of sleep: Bolivian schoolchildren catch forty winks

  • Two lagoons: Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca, Potosí

    Two lagoons: Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca, Potosí

Bolivia: Overview

Bolivia may be one of the poorest countries in South America, but its cultural wealth, the vastly differing Amazonian and Andean landscapes, and the remnants of mysterious ancient civilizations make it a rich and exciting destination if you're looking for more than postcards.

FAST FACTS

Full name

República de Bolivia/Republic of Bolivia

Currency

Boliviano, BOB (B$)

Population

9000000

Languages

  • Guaraní (other)
  • Spanish (official)
  • Quechua (official)
  • Aymara (official)

Time zone(s)

  • GMT/UTC: -4

Voltage

220V

Hertz

50Hz

Plugs

  • European plug with two circular metal pins

    European plug with two circular metal pins
  • plug with two parallel flat blades

    plug with two parallel flat blades

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