Accommodations, maps, sightseeing, city facts, weather and more information to get to know this city in southwestern Bolivia
Oruro is called the folkloric capital of Bolivia for its adherence to traditional customs, including the famed Devil's Dance, or Diablada, performed during Carnaval. It also draws tourists to hot springs, the flamingos and other wildlife at Lake Poopó, desert mirages, volcanic activity, the great salt lakes at Coipasa and Salinas de Garcia Mendoza, and the rock formations at Pumiri.
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Spanish language description of the city and area includes descriptions, photos, hotel listings, attractions, cuisine and climate.
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History, climate, attractions, travel info and hotel listings.
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Description of the park, the environment and wildlife, plus the culture of the people who live there. In Spanish.
