Bolivia Mar, Coastal settlement in Ilo Province, Peru.
Bolivia Mar is a coastal settlement in Ilo Province, Peru, and stretches across 5 kilometers of Pacific coastline with sandy beaches. The surrounding landscape combines steep slopes with desert sections reaching down to the water.
In 1992, Peru transferred this territory to Bolivia for 99 years following an agreement between presidents Alberto Fujimori and Jaime Paz Zamora. The concession was a diplomatic gesture after Bolivia lost its own coastal access in the 19th century.
The Dos Mujeres sculpture shows two female faces looking out to sea and rises 21 meters high. Visitors encounter the artwork directly on the coastline, where it serves as a landmark for travelers exploring the area along the Pacific.
Access to the territory is mainly intended for tourist visits, not for port development or large projects. Travelers reach the coast via roads leading from Ilo into the area and branching along the shore.
Though the land is officially available to Bolivia, the administration and control remain in Peruvian hands. Visitors notice that most facilities and signage follow the Peruvian system, as the use remains limited.
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