El Potosi: Some curious facts in this new anniversary of the Department of Potosí. As we commemorate this November 10th a new departmental civic anniversary of Potosí, we share with you some unknown, or little-known, data about the history of this legendary city, written by our content director, Juan José Toro: 1.- His name is…
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Visa Requirements for Traveling to Bolivia | Requisitos de visa para viajar a Bolivia
Clayton County Register: Visa Requirements for Traveling to Bolivia: What You Need to Know By Jennifer Pressman Planning a trip to the captivating country of Bolivia? Before you embark on your adventure, it’s crucial to understand the visa requirements for entry into this South American gem. Navigating the world of visas can be a daunting…
What is the oldest town in Bolivia? | ¿Cuál es el pueblo más antiguo de Bolivia?
André De Bonis, EnergyPortal.eu: Bolivia, a landlocked country in South America, is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. Among its many fascinating aspects is the presence of ancient towns that have stood the test of time. When it comes to determining the oldest town in Bolivia, one name stands out: Potosí. Potosí, located…
SUCRE: One of the most historic cities in the world | Una de las más históricas ciudades del mundo
Gastón Solares, Correo del Sur: Sucre, according to National Geographic This note is so important that it is transcribed literally with the hope that readers and, especially, the authorities linked to the city’s heritage, will take the time to read it and act accordingly, precisely at this moment in which the reaction general against non-standard…
Salar de Uyuni: Train graveyard | Cementerio de trenes
Iona Cleave, The Sun: To watch video, please use this link. Inside eerie train graveyard where hundreds of abandoned Brit engines & carriages are rusting in desert 6,000 miles away DEEP into the Bolivian salt flats lies an eerie graveyard of abandoned train carriages and engines. More than 100 steam locomotives and rail cars have…
The origin of the dollar sign came from Potosi! $ ¡El origen del signo del dólar vino de Potosí!
“THE UNIVERSAL CURRENCY OF THE IMPERIAL VILLAGE WAS THE ORIGIN OF THE US$ [UNITED STATES DOLLAR], POTOSÍ IS THE FATHER OF THE US$ [AND AS A CONSEQUENCE OF ALL THE DOLLAR DENOMINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD]” “THE COINS FROM THE IMPERIAL VILLAGE OF POTOSI BECAME THE FIRST UNIVERSAL CURRENCY, SILVER BECAME THE KEY TO HUMAN PROSPERITY,…
Bolivian Thoughts | Pensamientos Bolivianos (Bilingual/Bilingüe) 