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MAPS OF BOLIVIAMaps of Bolivia can be found all over the net. Here are a few basic ones that contain general information such as vegetation types, elevation, major cities, departments and provinces.Once you are in Bolivia, to purchase them locally, look for a "libreria", which in Spanish means bookstore, not library. (Library in Spanish is "biblioteca", if you're interested). They are also usually sold at school supply stores. These stores are easily identified - they generally have a bunch of school supplies hanging all around the doorway so as to be easily identified when you are walking around town. If you can't locate a bookstore or school supply store ask for directions to the nearest post office ("el correo"). In most major cities, the post offices are almost always surrounded by bookstores, school supply stores, or street vendors selling greeting cards and envelopes on the sidewalks at the entrance. You can also purchase some showing national parks, airports, and major tourist attractions. These typically have lots of pictures and are easy to use. Just ask for a "plano del departamento" (for of the department you are in) or a "guia de las reservas nacionales" (national reserves or parks Also inform yourself about any politically unsafe situations that may escalate into roadblocks (Bolivians' favorite way of protesting just about anything). If you ever do happen upon a blocked road, NEVER attempt to force or bribe your way through a crowd of protesters. You can also purchase city guides at just about any "libreria". You should request a "plano de la ciudad". If you ask for a "mapa" you will be offered a country map.
SATELLITE IMAGE OF BOLIVIAN TERRITORY
BOLIVIA: NATIONAL PARKS
BOLIVIA: ELEVATIONS
BOLIVIA: VEGETATION TYPES
BOLIVIA'S NINE DEPARTMENTS
BOLIVIA: THE PROVINCES IN EACH DEPARTMENT
BOLIVIA'S NINE DEPARTMENTS, SHOWN INDIVIDUALLY
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If you are brave and plan to do any driving, you can request one showing most national highways and some secondary roads. You should request a "mapa de rutas" (it might look something like this example). Always be informed about weather and road conditions before you drive long distances. Both can deteriorate rapidly and with little notice in Bolivia.
