If you decide to visit a state such as Bolivia, the capital of the country, of course, should not be left without attention. The city of Sucre, also known as the “White City”, is not only famous for its historical places and buildings, but also has a relaxing atmosphere, thanks to which many travelers stay here much longer than they planned.
In the XVII century, when Bolivia was a
colony of Spain, it was in Sucre that the first attempts to struggle for independence began. This city was the center of progressive thoughts. In 1825, it became known as the capital; Bolivia finally gained independence. Later, at the end of the 19th century, the seat of government was moved from Sucre to La Paz. Now the city remains the constitutional capital, the
judiciary is concentrated here
, and it is also the center of the Catholic Church of the state.
Today, the capital of Bolivia is a relatively small city with white colonial buildings with red tiled roofs and all kinds of balconies, from where hidden nooks are visible. Here lives a large population of indigenous peoples who preserve their customs and culture. It is also a major agricultural center of the country.
The heart of Sucre is May 25 square, located in the very center of the city. It is surrounded by the cathedral, the buildings of the regional government and city authorities and the historic house of Casa de la Libertad, which now houses the museum. All other attractions are located no more than five blocks from the square. The capital of Bolivia invites you to visit:
- Cal Orkco - a unique monument of archeology, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a huge wall with traces of dinosaurs.
- Museum de Charcas - located in a 17th-century mansion, includes mini-museums of colonial art, contemporary art and ethnography.
- Museum de la Recoleta. In the XV century, in its place was a complex of monasteries, barracks and prisons. Now the museum contains paintings by unknown authors of the XVI-XX centuries
- Museum de Arte Indigena - located in Zona La Recoleta, invites you to get acquainted with the culture of the eastern tribes of Bolivia.
- Archivo Nacional - National Library of Bolivia.
- Museum del Arte Moderno - it offers to get acquainted with the works of modern painting.
- Tarabuco Sunday Market in a traditional style. It offers everyday goods, as well as works of traditional crafts and textiles. Here you can buy tapestries, which are famous for Sucre.
- Bolivar Park is a favorite meeting place for urban residents. At the top of the park is the Supreme Court building, and at the bottom is the former railway station, which is currently not in use. Here you can see a charming miniature copy of the Eiffel Tower.
The capital of Bolivia is also a popular place to learn Spanish. There are many Spanish schools and volunteer projects in Sucre, the main of which are Sucre Spanish School and Fox Language Academy. There are also alternative courses that involve exploring the city and learning the language during that.
Sucre will delight you with a wide selection of places to eat: from street cafes and market stalls to elegant restaurants. The capital of Bolivia is a city characterized by a large number of students, so there are many inexpensive establishments that offer cheap and tasty lunch.