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Bolivia

Bolivia
Capital
Sucre / La Paz
Population
12.1M
Area
1,098,581 km²
Language
Spanish / Quechua / Aymara

Bolivia is a country in South America, South America. Its capital is Sucre / La Paz, with a population of approximately 12.1M and a total area of 1,098,581 km². The official languages are Spanish / Quechua / Aymara and the currency is the Boliviano (BOB).

📊 Quick Facts about Bolivia

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Population
12.1M
total residents
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Total Area
1,098,581 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
11/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$40.9B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$3,370
per person
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Currency
Boliviano (BOB)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Spanish / Quechua / Aymara
official
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore
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Timezone
UTC−4
UTC offset
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Independence
1825
established
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Local Time in Sucre / La Paz

Bolivia covers an area of 1,098,581 km² with a population density of 11/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $40.9B ($3,370 per capita) and gained independence in 1825. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.

Did You Know?

Bolivia's Salar de Uyuni is the world's largest salt flat — so reflective in the wet season that it becomes a perfect mirror of the sky. The country also holds the world's largest lithium reserves, crucial for modern batteries.

💡 Interesting Facts about Bolivia

  1. Bolivia has two capitals — La Paz (government) and Sucre (constitutional).
  2. The Salar de Uyuni is the world's largest salt flat at 10,582 km².
  3. Bolivia has the highest navigable lake in the world — Lake Titicaca at 3,812m.
  4. Bolivia is one of only two landlocked countries in South America.

✈️ Travel Information for Bolivia

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Best Time to Visit
May–October
Varies dramatically — tropical to alpine
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Cost of Travel
💚 Low Budget
Budget — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$2–6
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$20–50
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for most Western nationalities
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type A/C, 220V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Bolivia on the Map

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📍 La Paz, Bolivia

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🏆 Bolivia World Rankings

1st
Salt Flat
World's largest salt flat — Salar de Uyuni
1st
High Capital
Highest seat of government in the world
2nd
Lithium
2nd largest lithium reserves globally
1st
Quinoa
World's leading quinoa producer

🏛 Must-See Places in Bolivia

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Salar de Uyuni

The world's largest salt flat at 10,582 km² — a blinding white mirror at 3,656m altitude

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Lake Titicaca

The world's highest navigable lake at 3,812m, shared with Peru

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Tiwanaku Ruins

A UNESCO pre-Columbian city that was the capital of a powerful empire from 500–1000 AD

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Valle de la Luna

An eerie moonscape of clay spires and labyrinths sculpted by erosion outside La Paz

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Bolivia

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Peru
Lima
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Chile
Santiago
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Argentina
Buenos Aires
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Paraguay
Asunción
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Brazil
Brasília

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Bolivia

What is the capital of Bolivia?

The capital of Bolivia is Sucre / La Paz.

What language is spoken in Bolivia?

The official language(s) of Bolivia are Spanish / Quechua / Aymara.

What is the population of Bolivia?

The population of Bolivia is approximately 12.1M.

What currency does Bolivia use?

Bolivia uses the Boliviano (BOB).

What continent is Bolivia in?

Bolivia is located in South America, in the South America region.

What is the GDP of Bolivia?

Bolivia has a GDP of $40.9B, with a GDP per capita of $3,370.

What is the best time to visit Bolivia?

The best time to visit Bolivia is May–October. The climate is Varies dramatically — tropical to alpine.

Do I need a visa for Bolivia?

Visa-free for most Western nationalities

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Argentina
Buenos Aires
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Brazil
Brasília
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Chile
Santiago
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Colombia
Bogotá

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