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La Paz
City Risk Rating:
2.56 - Medium Risk
Bolivia Risk Rating:
2.27 - Moderate Risk
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La Paz is the administrative capital of Bolivia and is a stronghold of left-wing President Evo Morales. The city was built in a canyon alongside the Choqueyapu River and is located roughly 3,962m (13,000 ft) above sea level, an altitude which may pose health concerns for travelers. Most travelers suffer from hypoxia (altitude sickness) upon arrival and experience symptoms including increased respi...

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Most reported muggings occur in the areas around Calle Sagarnaga and the Cementario area. These areas should be avoided after dark, as well as the suburb of El Alto and Avenue Buenos Aires. Caution s...

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Bolivia - Aug 24, 2010
Some 34,000 fires currently burning
Bolivia - Aug 20, 2010
Fires rage through Bolivia
Bolivia - Aug 05, 2010
Police clash with merchants in La Paz
Bolivia - Jul 30, 2010
Priest arrested in drug bust
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