Gabriela Moreno Pareja , El Deber: The Oruro Carnival 2024 has begun with the pilgrimage to the Virgin of Candelaria del Socavón, highlighting the devotion, joy and cultural diversity that characterize this festivity Today, in the city of Oruro, the long-awaited Carnival 2024 began with the entry of Pilgrimage Saturday, an event that marks the…
Tag: Bolivian heritage
In colonial Potosí, January 1 was election day | En el Potosí colonial, el 1 de enero era día de elecciones
Juan José Toro Montoya, El Potosi: By vote, the composition of the Secular Chapter was partially renewed. But it was not a democratic practice. Starting in 1562, the Imperial Villa of Potosí had a town hall; that is, a collegiate body that dealt with civil and criminal issues, and, although there was the figure of…
In search of El Dorado | En busca de El Dorado
David Smith, The Critic: Bolivia’s future could be bright if it forges its own bold path A century ago, a British explorer — adventurer is probably the better word — named Percy Fawcett, pursued the dream of finding that hidden paradise called El Dorado, the gold city of South America that had obsessed plenty before…
Bolivia: Among the 100 best cuisines in the world | Entre las 100 mejores cocinas del mundo
Lourdes Molina Rea, El Deber: Bolivia is among the 100 best cuisines in the world, according to Taste Atlas It is ranked 60th and has more than 50 recommended dishes According to the Taste Atlas portal (online experiential travel guide for traditional food), Bolivia has one of the 100 best cuisines in the world. In…
Christmas: Family legacies and rituals | Navidad: Legados y rituales en familia
Silvana Vincenti, El Deber: Family legacies and rituals nourish ties and end-of-year celebrations In December they dust off the ‘treasures’ and put them on the Christmas tree. The night of the 24th is not just another date, nor is it limited to gifts, it also honors the symbols For some they are plaster figures, for…
Bolivia’s 7 best road trips | Los 7 mejores viajes por carretera de Bolivia
Maria Silvia Trigo, LonelyPlanet.com: Road conditions in Bolivia can vary widely and driving can be challenging, even for the most experienced drivers © Sasipa Muennuch / Getty Images Though the highways are mostly well-maintained, driving in Bolivia can be stressful due to unpredictable drivers, landslides depending on the season and last-minute roadblocks that derail your schedule. But…
Bolivian Thoughts | Pensamientos Bolivianos (Bilingual/Bilingüe) 