Chiquitos Province

Chiquitos Province extends over 31,429 square kilometers across the central region of Santa Cruz Department, containing forests, rivers, and mountains at 296 meters elevation.

The province, established in 1826 during Marshal Antonio José de Sucre's presidency, developed from former Jesuit settlements that managed 40 communities housing 150,000 native inhabitants.

The region maintains strong musical traditions from the Jesuit period, with local communities performing Baroque compositions in restored colonial churches throughout the year.

The province connects to major cities through a network of roads, with three municipalities: San José de Chiquitos, Pailón, and Roboré serving as administrative centers.

German-speaking Mennonite communities who migrated from Russia have established substantial agricultural settlements throughout the provincial territory.

Location: Santa Cruz Department

Inception: January 23, 1826

Elevation above the sea: 296 m

Website: http://santacruz.gob.bo/turistica/provincia/chiquitos

GPS coordinates: -18.00000,-60.00000

Latest update: March 14, 2025 14:45