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The economic impact of nationalization in Bolivia

It is not something new that countries may legitimately wish to control their natural resources, and those items that can generate revenue for state coffers, thus allowing to have sufficient funds to make...

3 comments    politics economics bolivia
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Coca: sacred leaf of the Incas!

Talks about the coca plant and the diverse products that are now available, like tea, cream, extracts, powder and liquor. Also mentions the chewing of the coca leaf to reduce pain from hungr and to give strength and endurance. Shows the variety of coca products and gifts currently available.

12 comments    peru altitude bolivia
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The Llama, a symbol of the Andes and Peru!

Author is Peruvian, so llamas are a symbol of her country and the Andean region. Covers llama as food, their milk and their food, as well as trekking and general llama trivia (stamps, jewelry, pottery, stuffed animals).

4 comments    hubtrail peru hubtrail-americas
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The Path to Machu Picchu and surviving the Inca Trail

I wrote this article, because I believe that some of you may benefit from my experience of visiting Machu Picchu, and may be encouraged to take the same route. It was, indeed, a fantastic trip. Inca Trail...

0 comments    travel peru machu picchu
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Bufeo: Close encounters with the Pink River Dolphin of the Amazon

Pink river dolphins? I first discovered the existence of the bufeo during a trip along the River Mamore in Bolivia's Amazon basin. I had never heard of river dolphins before - so it was quite a surprise when a pink-grey dolphin head surfaced just a...

4 comments    amazon basin river dolphins
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Coca Tea - Herbi Mate de Coca

Chakana - The Inca Cross Mate de Coca, also known as Coca tea or Koka tea, is a herbal tea made from the leaves of the coca plant (Erythroxylum). Yes, I know what you are thinking - this is the same...

2 comments    tea south america peru
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Items not to Forget when traveling or Backpacking in Foreign Countries

If you have never traveled on a long backpacking trip, there are certain items no one will recommend that you get. Through trial and error, I have compiled this list of items I wish I had traveled with the first time around.

2 comments    travel backpacking south america
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Top 10 Adventures You Must Go On Before you Die!

Do you live for adventure? Excitement? Why not raft The Nile, or bungee jump in New Zealand? Is life just not as interesting if your adrenaline isn’t pumping? Well outdoor enthusiasts, this is the perfect list for you!

17 comments    tips travel adventure
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Brazil Nuts:The Selenium Packed Superfood

Many people reading this article may be asking, 'what are Brazil nuts'? Brazil nuts are the large, crescent-shaped nuts which you bypass to get to the cashews, almonds and peanuts when eating a bowl or can of...

3 comments    organic antioxidants brazil
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BEST PLACES TO VISIT ON LAKE TITICACA IN BOLIVIA

Lake Titicaca's natural beauty, extreme altitude, and interesting native culture make it an outstanding destination for South American travelers. Here is the information you need to explore the Titicaca...

0 comments    travel hiking peru
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