The Bolivian Philharmonic Orchestra was born in Santa Cruz

Leyla Anas writes for El Deber: The Bolivian Philharmonic Orchestra was born in Santa Cruz Joins musicians from almost all departments. After a competitive audition, its director Miguel Angel Salazar unveiled the selected performers. It will debut on April 22nd [2013]. A new cultural project is concreted in the country, the National Philharmonic Orchestra, which…

Tarija boutique winery preserves the spirit of wine

Alejandra Pau reports for Pagina Siete: Tarija boutique winery preserves the spirit of wine INITIATIVE since 2003, Magnus winery produces wines from limited edition which has won international competitions. It is also part of La Ruta del Vino [the wine route]. Guarded by the archangels of the colonial paintings of its walls and surrounded by…

The Bolivianita jewel’s beginnings… TKS to the Gott brothers

Alejandra Pau reports for Pagina Siete: The pioneers of the carving of the bolivianita in La Paz IDENTITY Emir and Juan Carlos Gott established the first company that faceted the bolivianita in La Paz, to make jewelry; it became a school for 200 Bolivian carvers. For the Gott brothers, precious stones have a soul. Its…

Tarija is producing top quality ham!!

Alejandra Pau writes for Pagina Siete: Ham, the delight gourmet that Tarija improves every year FLAVORS. The tradition of making ham, which arrived with the Jesuits and Franciscans, was deeply carved in Tarija culture. Ulloa, one of the best-known company reflects the secrets of its flavor. It is a tradition that came with the Jesuits…