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SUCRE & POTOSI ALTIPLANO & SOUTHERN BOLIVIA |
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SUCRE |
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Time seems to stand still in the "White City"
where outstanding examples of baroque art are found
on every corner. Sucre was the capital of Bolivia
until the end of the last century and is officially
listed as a Monument of the Americas and also as
Patrimony of Mankind by the United Nations.
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| TARABUCO | ||
The most authentic street fair of the Andes takes place
every Sunday 65 km. (40 miles) from Sucre. All the indigenous
people from the region travel to Tarabuco wearing their traditional
clothes to sell and barter their products. The handicrafts and colorful
handmade textiles called aguayos are famous throughout Bolivia
and abroad.
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POTOSI |
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During its mining heyday in the 17th Century, Potosí was
the biggest city in the Americas. Silver from Potosí was
taken to Spain and used all over Europe. Now a walk through
the streets takes you back to the times of the Spanish
Conquistadores. The whole city has been declared Patrimony
of Mankind by the United Nations.
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| THE CERRO RICO MINES | ||
The "Rich Mountain" that overlooks Potosí was the main source
of silver in the area. The mines have hardly changed since
colonial times. You can learn about the customs and traditions of
the miners, their mystical relationship with the coca leaf,
the Earth Goddess Pachamama and Tio, the God of the underworld.
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| UYUNI SALT FLATS | ||
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An unforgettable trip through 12,000 sq. km. (4,000 sq. miles) of
fantastic landscapes. The Isla Pescado in the center
of the Salar is famous for its particular fauna (rodents and birds) and
flora (giant cacti). Many other strange and spectacular places are also
available on our full- to 3-day excursions, and during our longer trips
to the Sud Lípez.
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SUD LIPEZ (LAGUNA COLORADA AND LAGUNA VERDE) |
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In the far south of the Altiplano the landscape becomes
even more incredible with multicolored deserts and lakes
surrounded by salt flats and active volcanoes. Vegetation is scarce
and unusual and the entire area has been declared a national
reserve where it is possible to see Vicuņas, Ostriches,
Viscachas, and Flamingos, among others.
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| SAJAMA NATIONAL PARK | ||
The wild and impressive landscapes of the western Cordillera are
particularly significant of the high Andean ecosystems. Keņua trees
(Polylepis tarapacana) and Vicuņas can be found, as well as
archeological sites of great scientific value.
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| CHIPAYA | ||
One of the oldest living cultures in South America. The Chipaya
people have preserved their cultural identity through the Aymaras,
Inkas, Spanish and modern day civilization.
Fremen Tours is one of the very few tour operators accepted
by the Chipayas. We work together to protect their heritage
through the sustainable development of tourism.
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| ORURO CARNIVAL | ||
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The "Carnaval de Oruro" takes place every year in February.
This is a true demonstration of the faith of the Andean people
and of their pre-hispanic traditons. Vivid colors, music,
folklore... the true spirit of the Andean fiesta.
Although the Carnival lasts several days, the most
impressive part is the Entrada ("the Entrance") a parade
honoring the Virgin of the Socavón.
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La Paz -
Sucre-Potosí -
Uyuni Salt Flats -
Carrasco N.P. -
Cochabamba -
Santa Cruz -
Amazonia -
About Fremen
Bolivia Andes & Amazonia
Mantenimiento por Ralf Lister
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