the most unique city on earth! (La Paz)

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Product:	La Paz
Date:	08.07.08 (9 review reads)
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Advantages: very cheap prices, friendly locals, amazing landscape

Disadvantages: altitude sickness, risk of being pick-pocketed

having spent 3 months living in la paz a few years ago i feel i can offer some good advice about the city. la paz is the most UNIQUE city i have ever been to, let alone lived in. the location and landscape is simply breathtaking. situated in a basin like canyon, the heart of the city lies at the 'plug' of the basin, with the shanty towns around the sides. towering over the city is the mountain ilimani which, on a sunny day, can be clearly seen from one of the many bridges that link the suburbs to the main city.
bolivians are very friendly and hospitable people but be very careful of pick pocketers - just have some common sense when walking through the streets. everything is very cheap - food, accomodation, transport, so no matter what your budget is, you will be able to do lots in la paz! the must do things are: the markets: located in the side streets near the cathedral - you can literally buy anything you want there! valle de la luna - the valley of the moon - in downtown la paz - an area of land that, well, resemble the moon! mongos: a travellers/locals bar in the heart of the city: great food and cozy atmosphere
if you are passing through bolivia on a latin american trip, or just fancy a trip to bolivia, then la paz must be on your trip!
by the way: be aware of altitude sickness when you first arrive!

Summary: a hip and trendy city for people of all ages