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Bolivia
Bolivia is a landlocked country located in the central part of South America. It is bordered by Brazil to the north and east, Paraguay and Argentina to the southeast, Chile to the southwest, and Peru to the west. Bolivia is known for its diverse geography, which includes the Andes mountains, the Altiplano plateau, and the Amazon rainforest.
The country is named after Simón Bolívar, a key figure in the Latin American independence movement. Bolivia has a rich cultural heritage, influenced by its Indigenous, Spanish colonial, and mestizo populations. Its capital city is Sucre, although La Paz serves as the seat of government and is the highest capital city in the world by elevation.
Bolivia's official languages include Spanish and several Indigenous languages. The country is known for its significant Indigenous population, who maintain many traditional practices and languages. Bolivia has a diverse economy that includes natural resources, agriculture, and tourism, with notable attractions such as Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat.
