Bolivia explained to kids

Bolivia is a landlocked country located in central South America. The country shares borders with Brazil to the north and east, Paraguay and Argentina to the south, and Chile and Peru to the west. Bolivia has a population of more than 11 million people and is the 28th largest country in South America. The capital of Bolivia is Sucre, but the largest city is Santa Cruz de la Sierra. The official languages of Bolivia are Spanish and 36 indigenous languages. The currency of Bolivia is the boliviano. Bolivia is a very diverse country with a rich culture and history. The country is home to the largest population of indigenous peoples in South America. Bolivia is also home to the largest number of volcanoes in South America. Bolivia was once part of the Inca Empire. The country later became a Spanish colony. Bolivia gained independence from Spain in 1825. Bolivia is a very poor country. More than 60% of the population lives below the poverty line. The economy of Bolivia is based on agriculture, mining, and tourism. Bolivia is a beautiful country with many interesting places to visit. Some of the most popular tourist destinations in Bolivia include the city of La Paz, the Bolivian Amazon, Lake Titicaca, and the Uyuni Salt Flats.

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