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| Calle Jaen | @fleurdebonheur |
| See Jaén Travel | | In the hustle and bustle of the concrete circus that is La Paz, Jaén Street is a colorful oasis. This little bohemian corner is the perfect place to stop for a cup of coffee and strike up a conversation with local artists. Wander past the shops and restaurants adorned in bright colors, and make time to step into the tiny yet worthwhile historical museums sprinkled along the street. |
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| #yungasroad | @jorge.uribem |
| It's All Downhill From Here | | La Paz has some high highs and low lows. For the daredevil in you, it's the perfect chance to do something a little crazy. Like bike down Death Road. That's right, Yungas Road has been crowned the "Most Dangerous Road in the World." Over 40 miles of downhill turns, the road runs from the freezing mountains into the sweltering jungle with plenty of spine-tingling turns and cliff drops to keep you on high alert. |
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| #lapazbolivia | @andrea_chieri |
| And In This Corner... | | If you're looking for a unique experience, then we have one for you. Cholita wrestling. "Cholita" is a traditionally derogative word for indigenous women in Bolivia, who are known for wearing petticoats, braids, and traditional bowler hats. But these women are reclaiming the power every week in a wrestling show. It's not MMA level fighting (or acting) but there's still something crazy fascinating about watching women in petticoats hurling each other around the stage. |
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| Mercado de las Brujas | @eduardo_cozer |
| Double, Double Toil and Trouble | | Remember when you bought your first home and you knew something was missing? And you thought, of course! A dead llama fetus! Luckily, we know where you can get one. Mercado de las Brujas (Witches' Market) in La Paz is famous for selling strange charms, love potions, and yes, dried baby llamas to bury under your house for good fortune. (Because, you know, why not?) |
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| "I was invited to hike Huayna Potosi outside La Paz. This 6,088m hike has been the most physically and mentally challenging thing I have done in my life. As you climb your way to the peak, every ounce of your body wants to turn around. You have to remind yourself with each step you are that much closer. When we made it to the summit, we were rewarded with one of the most beautiful sunrises of my life." |
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