Bolivia

Bolivia spans diverse landscapes from Amazonian lowlands to Andean peaks, with the Altiplano plateau reaching elevations above 4000 meters above sea level.

The territory gained independence from Spain in 1825, naming itself after Simon Bolivar, losing its Pacific Ocean access to Chile during the War of 1879.

The nation recognizes 36 indigenous languages alongside Spanish, with traditional festivals incorporating pre-Columbian rituals and colonial-era Catholic celebrations throughout the year.

La Paz functions as the governmental center at 3650 meters elevation, while Sucre remains the constitutional capital, hosting the Supreme Court system.

The Salar de Uyuni salt flat contains the largest lithium deposits globally, covering 10,582 square kilometers of white salt crust in southwest Bolivia.

Inception: 1825

Capital city: Sucre

Part of: Latin America, South America, Mercosur

Shares border with: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Peru

GPS coordinates: -17.05687,-64.99123

Latest update: November 10, 2025 14:42