La Paz: Multicultural, administrative capital, modern city, and a tourist hub.
The world’s leading administrative capital, La Paz is the third-most populous city in Bolivia. La Paz is a great cultural destination full of amazing people, resting on the Andes’ Altiplano plateau at more than 3,500m above sea level. One of South America's largest lakes and the world’s highest navigable body of water, Lake Titicaca is situated here. Mi Teleferico, a jaw-dropping subway in the sky, provides the cheapest aerial transport facility in the city. The city has colonial buildings, red-tile roofs, many skyscrapers, Nevado Illimani, and other snowcapped peaks which gives off a distinctive aesthetic. The city hosts some of the most important universities of the country. A certified Olympic stadium is also situated here. The Witches’ Market, situated at the center of the city, has herbs and other remedies used by the Aymara. The famous unique dried llama fetuses are the most prominent, which is said to bring good luck.
Mi Teleferico is the best public transport system, the highest cable car in the world connecting La Paz to the neighboring El Alto. Other than that, shared cars or minibuses called trufi can also be found in the city. In terms of cabs, Radio taxis are the best and a recommended. It is the safest option, though a tad expensive.Buses are the main mode of transportation. It runs almost everywhere in the city. The major international bus terminal is called Calle Uruguay - Plaza Antofagasta. Uber is now also available in the city.
Efficiency: High. Cleanliness: Moderate
Below are the main modes of transport with their fare rates:
Trufi（shared cars/minibuses) generally charge around Bs 3-3.50.
Taxi is a bit costly and is around Bs 6-8. A normal ride by taxi from downtown to a place within the city won't cost more than Bs 20. Make sure that the taxi has a yellow sticker on the windshield.
| Name | Price |
|---|---|
| Water Bottle | BOB 9.00 |
| Cup of Coffee | BOB 18.00 |
| Milk Carton Pack | BOB 6.00 |
| Rice/Kg | BOB 9.00 |
| White Bread | BOB 11.00 |
| Eggs (12) | BOB 10.00 |
| Combo Meal | BOB 38.00 |
| Fine Dining | BOB 30.00 |
| Bottle of Coke or Pepsi | BOB 6.00 |
| Domestic Beer | BOB 15.00 |
| Imported Beer | BOB 21.00 |
| Bottle of Wine | BOB 38.00 |
| Cigarettes (20 Pack) | BOB 15.00 |
| Taxi ( 1 km ) | BOB 10.00 |
| Ticket in local transport (Single way). | BOB 2.00 |
| Rent ( One Bed Room) | BOB 2297.00 |
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La Paz has the best nightlife in the world and rated brilliantly by many renowned publications. In fact, National Geographic declared La Paz to be one of the top 3 cities in terms of party and nightlife. Cozy pubs, to pumping all-night dance parties, and low alcohol prices are only some of the reasons why La Paz is one of the most exciting cities in South America to party. Below are a list of some bars and clubs to accompany the incredible ambiance at night:
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El Alto International Airport - LPB
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Start Tariff: BOB 10.00
1 Km. Tariff: BOB 10.00
1 Hour Waiting Tariff: BOB 50.00
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