By Lourdes Molina, El Deber: Photo: Max Toranzo This year, the cultural stage will feature Grupo Fiesta Cuetillo and Vero Pérez Concepción is getting ready to open its doors to one of the most anticipated gatherings in eastern Bolivia: the Orchid Festival, which will take place from October 10 to 12. The event, known for…
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Congratulations, Santa Cruz! | ¡Felicidades, Santa Cruz!
By German Huanca: On this special day, I want to greet my friends from Santa Cruz and join in celebrating all the achievements reached so far—undeniable in the economic, social, and political spheres. However, one challenge still remains: to lead development, not only of Santa Cruz, but of the entire country. After the 2024 census—marked,…
Heritage 101: Museum of Mother Earth Showcases the Legacy of Bolivia’s Ancestral Culture | Museo de la Madre Tierra muestra el legado de la cultura ancestral de Bolivia
By Dehymar Antezana, Brújula Digital: The first Museum of Mother Earth was inaugurated in Oruro with the main goal of preserving, showcasing, and preventing the ancestral cultural legacy of Bolivia—specifically the tradition of ritual “mesas” or “q’owa”—from being forgotten. View of the Mother Earth Museum/Dehymar Antezana White mesas, mesas for the souls, mesas for prosperity,…
The Bolivian origin of the Morenada dance | El origen boliviano de la danza de la morenada
By El Deber: Hundreds of dancers and musicians showcase the Bolivian origin of the Morenada dance PHOTO: EFE Hundreds of dancers and musicians displayed their finest attire this Saturday in a parade that reaffirmed the Bolivian origin of the Morenada dance—an essential part of cultural expressions in Bolivia that have been declared World Heritage, such…
Gastronomy: Equal or Better than Peru | Gastronomía: igual o mejor que Perú
By Oscar Antezana, El Día: The richness of Bolivian gastronomy is so vast that we often overlook its potential. As I mentioned in the article preceding this one, I speak from experience, having enjoyed Peruvian cuisine for nearly twenty years. The world surrendered to Peruvian ceviche; now it is time for it to discover the…
10 Bolivian Films You Should Watch | 10 películas bolivianas que usted debería ver
By Unitel, Eju.tv: 10 Bolivian Films Every Bolivian Should Watch Through the screen, Bolivia has told its story, portrayed its sorrows, and highlighted the richness of its culture. Bolivian cinema has produced true gems that deserve to be seen, discussed, and celebrated. In this Bicentennial of Bolivia, we recommend ten films every Bolivian should watch:…
Bolivian Thoughts | Pensamientos Bolivianos (Bilingual/Bilingüe) 