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Bolivia
Art & Culture

Bolivia Spanish Language Program The amazing development of the culture and peoples of Bolivia began in Pre-Columbian times. As you look at and visit archaeological ruins, view intricate gold and silver jewelry, etc. it becomes very apparent that the social organizations of Pre-Columbian Bolivia were very advanced. The Inca for instance created an elaborate system of aqueducts, roads, medical practices, songs and rituals. Traveling through Bolivia some of the major archaeological sites include Samaipata, Incallajta, Iskanwaya, and Tiwanaku.

Upon arrival in the New World, the Spaniards brought their own ideas and art which the locals developed into their own distinctive type of painting, architecture and sculpture known as Mestizo Baroque. This era of Bolivian history produced some excellent artisans and is most definitely characterized by the religious paintings, churches, paintings, etc. found throughout Bolivia.

To say that Bolivia has a rich folklore would be an understatement. The folk music of the country is varied and distinctive. The annual carnivals of Tarabuco and Oruru are today considered some of the most elaborate and interested folkloric events in South America.