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Condé Nast TravelerOct 13, 2026

Getting Lost in Bolivia's Wine Lands, Storied Mines, and Haunting Salt Flats

On a captivating journey for mind and soul, one writer loses himself in the landscape.

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  • Cerro RicoSightPyramid-shaped mountain, world's most profitable source of silver.
  • Casa Nacional de la MonedaMuseumColossal national mint with smelting rooms.
  • El TíoSightDemonic figure, considered the Lord of the Mountain.
  • Hotel Museo CayaraHotelOne of the oldest Spanish houses in South America, built in 1557.
  • Elsewhere
  • Salar de UyuniSightUyuni, BoliviaBolivia's most famous salt flat, at more than 4,000 square miles.
  • San PedroRestaurantTarija, BoliviaFounded in the 16th century, one of the region's oldest vineyards.
  • Tierra RojaPlaceVilla Abecia, BoliviaEstate created by Cristian Villamor, planted with Cabernet.
  • San Francisco de la HorcaPlaceTarija, BoliviaWinery with oak barrels and huge earthen pots.
  • JiriraHotelUyuni, BoliviaUpscale lodge created by high-end Chilean tour operator Explora.
  • Explora Jirira LodgeHotelUyuni, BoliviaPrefabricated modular structures on stilts, designed by Max Núñez.
  • K'ajchi IslandSightUyuni, BoliviaSmall volcano that erupted from the seabed, slopes teeming with butterflies.
  • Tunupa volcanoSightUyuni, BoliviaHalf-collapsed cone, a riot of mineral color.
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Lonely PlanetOct 9

9 of the Best Places to Visit in Bolivia

Authentic, adventurous, and largely unscarred by mass tourism, Bolivia is one of South America

18 things in this story
  • Cerro RicoSightMountain known locally as "Rich Hill" where mining still goes on.
  • Casa Nacional de la MonedaMuseumMonumental construction where silver was transformed into coins.
  • Elsewhere
  • Mercado de las BrujasMarketLa Paz, BoliviaMarket to learn about the mysticism of Aymara culture.
  • Salar de UyuniSightUyuni, BoliviaWorld's largest salt flats, visited on 3-day 4WD tours.
  • Valle de la LunaParkLa Paz, BoliviaCactus-filled valley within easy striking distance of La Paz.
  • La ChiquitaniaNeighborhoodConcepción, BoliviaRegion of small, centuries-old Jesuit Mission towns.
  • Catedral de ConcepciónPlace of worshipConcepción, BoliviaRemarkable, low-eaved cathedral in Concepción.
  • Madidi National ParkPlaceRurrenabaque, BoliviaBiologically diverse ecosystem forming part of the Bolivian Amazon.
  • Isla del SolSightCopacabana, BoliviaIsland on Lake Titicaca, birthplace of Inca culture.
  • Fuente del IncaSightCopacabana, BoliviaNatural stream locals believe grants health and eternal youth.
  • Casa de la LibertadSightSucre, BoliviaHouse where the declaration of independence was signed.
  • Recoleta neighborhoodNeighborhoodSucre, BoliviaNeighborhood for fine views across the roofs and bell towers.
  • Death RoadTrailLos Yungas, BoliviaAccessible by bicycle, one of South America's most fun-filled rides.
  • La CumbreSightLa Paz, BoliviaSummit of the Cordillera Real where the ride begins.
  • Las Cuevas waterfallsSightSamaipata, BoliviaScenic waterfalls for a refreshing alfresco swim.
  • Amboró National ParkPlaceSamaipata, BoliviaPark with a giant fern forest.
  • El FuerteSightSamaipata, BoliviaSacred rock carved with seats, conduits and niches for idols.
  • Cementerio MunicipalPlace of worshipSucre, Bolivia
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