Altiplano
The Bolivian Altiplano is the area of the Andes above about 3,500 m in Bolivia. The altiplano stretches into neighbouring Peru and Argentina.| Tap on a place to explore it |
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Essential Destinations
Top destinations include La Paz and Potosí.
La Paz
La Paz is the administrative capital of Bolivia, while Sucre is the constitutional capital and the seat of the Supreme Court.
Potosí
Potosí, at around 4,000 metres, is one of the world's highest large cities. It is located in the Potosí Department of Bolivia. The wealthy history of Potosí is reflected in the narrow streets, colonial mansions and the many churches, which make the city a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Tiwanaku
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Tiwanaku is an archaeological site and UNESCO World Heritage site in the La Paz Department of Bolivia.
Destinations to Discover
Explore places such as La Paz and Potosí.
La Paz
La Paz Department is situated on the Altiplano at the western border of Bolivia, sharing Lake Titicaca with Peru. It contains the mighty mountain range of Cordillera Real with many popular treks and peaks for climbing.
Potosí
Potosí is a department in southwestern Bolivia. Its area is 118,218 km2 and its population is 856,419. The capital is the city of Potosí. It is a mostly barren, mountainous region with one large plateau to the west, where the largest salt flat in the world…
Oruro
Oruro is a department of Bolivia, with an area of 53,588 km2. Its capital is the city of Oruro. According to the 2012 census, the Oruro department had a population of 494,178.
Salar de Uyuni
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Salar de Uyuni is the largest salt flat in the world and one of the most amazing natural attractions of Bolivia. Whether you're walking on the seemingly endless white, desolate surface of the dry flats, or admiring the simply perfect reflection of the clouds and blue sky above when there's water — all travellers agree the Salar de Uyuni offers an out-of-this-world experience.
Altiplano
- Type: plateau
- Description: plateau in the Bolivian Andes
- Location: Bolivia, South America
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Latitude of center
-16.0036° or 16° 0′ 13″ southLongitude of center
-69.6533° or 69° 39′ 12″ westWikidata ID
Q14467478
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