About Bolivia
Bolivia's location in the world
Bolivia is located in the center of SouthAmerica, and has an area of 1,098,581 Km².
Bolivia limits are: Brasil at north and east, Argentina at south, Perú at west, Paraguay at southeast and Chile at southwest.
Bolivia is divided into 9 departments. Constitutionally, the capital is Sucre and the government main city is La Paz.
There are 3 predominant zones in the bolivian territory:
- The andean zone
- The sub-andean or valley zone
- The llano zone
Useful Information
Population: 8 Millions habitants
Area: 1,098,581 Km²
Language: The official language is spanish, but quechua, aymara and guaraní are also spoken.
Religion: Catholic
Currency: Boliviano (Bs)
Electricity: 220v, 50 cycles
Airport Tax: $US 25
Credit Cards: Visa, American Express, Mastercard
Seasons:
- Summer: December 21 to March 20. Season of intense raining.
- Autumn: March 21 to June 20. Low temperature.
- Winter: June 21 to September 20. Cold and dry.
- Spring: September 21 to December 20. Cool and semi-dry.
Vaccination: Against yellow fever (only for traveling to the tropical zone).
