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Perched on the edge of the altiplano, La Paz overlooks a landscape of great—if stark—beauty. If you fly into Aeropuerto Internacional El Alto, the plateau breaks without warning and reveals the deep, jagged valley that cradles the town. At dusk, as the sun sets on the bare flatlands that surround La Paz, a reddish glow envelops the city's greatest landmark: the towering, snow-capped peaks of Illimani.
La Paz Hotels
Although the number of rooms in La Paz increases every year, hotels are often booked solid during holidays and festivals. Make reservations at least a month...read more
La Paz Restaurants
La Paz restaurants are becoming increasingly cosmopolitan, and though there is still a lack of sophistication in dining out, the range is improving. Alongside...read more
Things To Do in La Paz
Heading into La Paz from the airport, the city's main...read more
Travel Deals in La Paz
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La Paz Experiences
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