Copacabana

Localidad · Departamento de La Paz, 🇧🇴 Bolivia

Población 17.463

Superficie 178 km²

Zona horaria America/La_Paz

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Copacabana Essentials

Copacabana serves as a spiritual hub on the shores of Lake Titicaca, anchored by the 17th-century Moorish-style Basilica. The region preserves significant Inca heritage, including the stone labyrinth of Chinkana and the Pilko Kaina palace on Isla del Sol. Steep stone paths lead to the summit of Cerro del Calvario for panoramic views, while the nearby Isla de la Luna houses the ancient Palace of the Virgins. This high-altitude sanctuary blends pre-Columbian astronomical sites with vibrant colonial religious traditions.

10 lugares

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Editor's Choice

This selection focuses on the sacred geography of Lake Titicaca, highlighting the historical sites of Isla del Sol and Isla de la Luna. It features significant Tiwanaku and Inca archaeological remains, including the labyrinthine Chinkana complex and the Pilko Kaina palace. The list also incorporates elevated viewpoints like Mirador Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, providing panoramic perspectives of the Andean landscape, traditional agricultural terraces, and the world's highest navigable lake.

8 lugares

Ephraim George Squier / Public domain

Sacred Sites

Copacabana serves as a major spiritual center in the Bolivian Andes, centered around the 17th-century Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana. This collection highlights the region's religious heritage, from the prominent Spanish colonial shrine housing the 'Dark Virgin' to smaller lakeside chapels and sacred sites on Isla del Sol. These locations reflect a blend of Catholic traditions and local history, positioned against the backdrop of Lake Titicaca.

7 lugares