03/09/2026
There are some colonial built cities in Latin America that have less exposure to tourism.
One of them is in Bolivia.🇧🇴
Sucre is one of the most beautiful cities in South America and a place that confounds expectations. Set at an altitude of 2810m, it was established in the mid-1500s by Spanish conquistadors on the lands of the indigenous Yampara people and has since been known as Charcas, Chuquisaca, Ciudad de la Plata (City of Silver) and finally Sucre, rightfully earning it the title “The City with Four Names”.
It is designated as UNESCO world heritage site.
The history is really deeply preserved and the freedom movements by Simon Bolivar is well documented here. Sucre became the capital of the new Republic of Bolivia in 1825, but political and economic influence gradually drained away. In 1899, following a brief civil war, the presidency, congress and de facto capital status moved north-west to La Paz, though Sucre was allowed to retain the title of constitutional capital.
What we liked about this city, you can wander about anywhere to experience the local Bolivian culture with Spanish influences and well designed city.
Many historical buildings and museums are worth visiting to understand the real birth of Latin American freedom movement. Once you understand this then travelling within Latin America makes one experience a journey worth knowing the facts.
What experiences not to miss?
🌟Watching sunset from whilst sipping cocktail at Terazza 625
🌟Visit their local market to sip fresh fruit cocktails
🌟Check variety of potatoes in their local market
🌟Stay in a boutique hotel that’s closer to main square
🌟Indulge in local chocolates and chocolate drinks
🌟Wander around on Sunday as it’s more quieter than normal days
Travel responsible and support local businesses.