Passport: Bolivia

Passport: Bolivia

Updated: March 17, 2009

By Christa Fletcher

Nestled among countries like Peru, Brazil and Chile - Bolivia is ecologically diverse and has a cultural history influenced by various indigenous groups.

Though the nation is burdened with economic strife and political controversy, Bolivia is rich with natural resources. For travelers, there's much to enjoy in the beautiful capital, La Paz, the cultural and financial epicenter of the country.

For a personal tour of Bolivia check out video reports by Channel One News anchor Jessica Kumari.

Image: Quiz: Bolivia
Quiz: Bolivia

Are you a Bolivia buff? Test your trivia on this diverse country.

 
Image: Special Report: Coca in Bolivia
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Special Report: Coca in Bolivia

Jessica Kumari reports on the controversial coca trade.

 
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Bienvenidos a Bolivia

Jessica Kumari travels to Bolivia - watch videos about culture, recipes and people from this South American nation.

 
 

 

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