A2Z Languages - Sucre, Bolivia

Sucre Study Spanish Palace of La Glorieta

La Glorieta is a wonderful palace previously owned by the wealthy entrepreneur Don Francisco de Argandoña. It now is used as a military school. Don Francisco traveled throughout europe and decide to build a home reflecting the various architectural styles he had seen in europe. Architect Antonio Camponovo was assigned the task to design and build the home incorporating Don Francisco's ideas .

Museum of La Recoleta

This museum was constructed by the Franciscan Order in the early 16th century. On display are republican and colonial and anonymous paintings from the 16th to the 20th centuries, sculptures and archaeological artifacts. In one of the stairwells is a plaque marking the spot where President Pedro Blanco was assassinated in 1828.

Casa de la Libertad

This beautiful house was for residence of the members of the company of Jesus. After the expulsion of the jesuits In 1767, with the expulsion of the Jesuits the convent was incorporated to the University San Francisco Xavier. It is located on the main plaza, where the declaration of independence of Bolivia was signed on august 6th, 1825. The actual document and numerous other mementoes of the era are on display. Portraits of presidents, military decorations, and documents are also displayed. The Casa de la Libertad has been designated a national memorial in commemoration of several historical events that have taken place there.

Tarabuco

Tarabuco is a small village about 40 miles from Sucre where the residents still retain their cultural values and conserve their traditional customs and dress. Every sunday this sleepy little town suddenly transforms into a colorful, bustling market attracting indigenous people from all over Bolivia. People show up in their entire splendor with spanish hats, colorful cloaks and skirts and pompoms and shop for the beautiful weavings, magnificent crafts that the local artists have to offer. The other products include fruits, vegetables, hats, dyes, colored threads etc.

Chataquila

Chataquila is a beautiful little village by the cordillera, filled with pre hispanic ruins including a pleasant stone church and great views and scenery. There are good opportunities for hiking or simply walking through the countryside and enjoying nature. This small village does not offer any accommodation facilities for the visitor but camping is possible.

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