Fun facts about La Paz
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La Paz was originally named Nuestra Señora de La Paz, meaning Our Lady of Peace.
La Paz
Bolivia
La Paz, officially Nuestra Señora de La Paz is the seat of government of Bolivia. With 755,732 residents as of 2024, it is the third-most populous city in Bolivia.
From the “Name” section
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The city is built in a canyon created by the Choqueyapu River, which is now mostly built over.
La Paz
Bolivia
La Paz, officially Nuestra Señora de La Paz is the seat of government of Bolivia. With 755,732 residents as of 2024, it is the third-most populous city in Bolivia.
From the “Geography” section
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La Paz is home to the only intelligent building in Bolivia, known as Torre Azul.
La Paz
Bolivia
La Paz, officially Nuestra Señora de La Paz is the seat of government of Bolivia. With 755,732 residents as of 2024, it is the third-most populous city in Bolivia.
From the “Districts and neighborhoods” section
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The Gran Poder procession in La Paz was declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2019.
La Paz
Bolivia
La Paz, officially Nuestra Señora de La Paz is the seat of government of Bolivia. With 755,732 residents as of 2024, it is the third-most populous city in Bolivia.
From the “Culture” section
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Public transportation is the main means of transport for 81.9% of La Paz residents.
La Paz
Bolivia
La Paz, officially Nuestra Señora de La Paz is the seat of government of Bolivia. With 755,732 residents as of 2024, it is the third-most populous city in Bolivia.
From the “Transportation” section
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