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Cochabamba was founded by
a group of Spanish colonizers who settled in the Kjocha-Pampa valley in
the late 1500's. After some decline in the late 1700's it gained back its
position as the nation's granary. Currently, Cochabamba is a progressive
and economically active city of 490,000.
Cochabamba is in a fertile
valley at 8000 feet altitude and is surrounded by the Tunari hill, the
Alalay lagoon and the San Sebastian hill. Its weather is mild and pleasant.
It is considered the best in the whole country, with warm-sunny days and
cool nights. the average temperature in winter is about 61F, in summer
78F.
Tourist points of interest.
El Cristo de la Concordia
is an immense statute of Christ. It is actually higher than the Christ
statue in Rio de Janeiro. A great overviews of the city is offered from
the top of the monument. Palacio Portales provides proof of the great wealth
of tin baron Simón I. Patiño. Currently is is an art museum
and cultural center.
The Cathedral: Located in
the Plaza 14 de Septiembre, this cathedral was built in 1571. It houses
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