Want to learn about Bolivia? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Bolivia
| Capital | Sucre |
|---|---|
| Continent | Americas |
| Population | 12,000,000 |
| Languages | Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua, Spanish |
| Currency | Bolivian boliviano |
| National symbol | Andean Condor |
| Famous food | Salteñas |
In Bolivia, people often speak Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua, Spanish. A friendly way to say hello is "Hola". 👋
Fun facts about Bolivia for kids
- The Salar de Uyuni is the world's largest salt flat and looks like a giant mirror!
- Bolivia has the world's highest administrative capital city, La Paz.
- There are over 30 official languages spoken in Bolivia!
- Indigenous Quechua and Aymara cultures are very strong.
- Cholita wrestling is a unique cultural phenomenon.
Famous places in Bolivia
- Salar de Uyuni
- Tiwanaku
- Lake Titicaca
Nature and symbols of Bolivia
- Andean Condor
- National sport: Football
Going to Bolivia with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Hola".
- Find Sucre, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇧🇴 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Salteñas at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Salar de Uyuni.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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