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Bolivia

Decorated llamas from the high altiplano Examining traditional weaved cloth.
The cathedral of San Francisco in La Paz. Farmer harvesting wheat.

Where can you meet people descended from the ancient Incas? Hear music played on armadillo-shell guitars? See herds of wild vicuņa whose wool is said to be the softest thing in the world? The answer is Bolivia. Discover more about this remote and mysterious country right here…

History – a brief summary of major events in the country's past

Geography & Environment – a look at Bolivia's geographic location and important physical features

People & Society – examples of popular Bolivian music, arts and crafts

Factfile – a collection of interesting facts and figures

Oxfam in Bolivia – a summary of Oxfam's work and history in Bolivia including:

 

Photos: Julio Etchart and Sean Sprague/Oxfam

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