Mallasa national Park, Protected natural area in La Paz, Bolivia.
Mallasa National Park is a protected area on a broad, gently sloping plateau south of La Paz, about 45 minutes from the city centre. It is planted largely with eucalyptus, with green areas for sport and open-air recreation. Within its bounds lie the Valle de la Luna, the Valle de Valencia and the Vesty Pakos Biopark.
Mallasa National Park was created on 6 February 1956 by Supreme Decree No. 4309, which declared its establishment of public necessity and utility, with green spaces, recreation fields, promenades and outdoor sports facilities. Supreme Decree No. 10125 of 18 February 1972 transferred the park to the Municipality of La Paz, together with its water service and the right to use the waters of the Choqueyapu River and the Achocalla stream for afforestation.
The park serves as a place where people from La Paz connect with nature close to their city. Locals regularly visit the valleys and gardens to spend time outdoors and learn about plants that grow naturally in this region.
The park is easily accessible by public transportation, with several bus and minibus lines running from different streets in the city. Visitors should bring comfortable shoes and water, as the trails vary in difficulty and sun exposure can be strong at this elevation.
The park's 1956 decree covered green spaces, recreation fields, promenades and open-air sports facilities. A 1972 decree transferred it to the Municipality of La Paz, together with the existing drinking-water service and the right to use water from the Choqueyapu River and the Achocalla stream for reforestation.
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