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Condé Nast TravelerOct 13

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.

Pyramid-shaped mountain, world's most profitable source of silver.

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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

Mountain known locally as "Rich Hill" where mining still goes on.

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

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