Neo-Andean Architecture Tour
Neo-Andean Architecture Tour
At 9 am, we'll meet at the La Paz purple cable car station to make our way west of the capital towards the town of El Alto.
As soon as you're in the cable car cabin, you'll see La Paz from a unique perspective and be able to take incredible photos of the city. As its name in Spanish suggests, El Alto is located on a high point and has an average elevation of 13,100 feet (4,000 metres). This neighbourhood has also undergone accelerated growth, giving its inhabitants an enviable economic status.
When we arrive, the guide will tell us how architecture has influenced this development through the construction of brightly coloured and even futuristic mansions. In these buildings, you'll be able to observe the fusion of pre-Colombian civilizations and modern trends. These are the iconic Neo-Andean houses, which are also known as cholets in Spanish.
We'll stroll around El Alto and see some of these constructions as well as learning about Freddy Mamani, the most well-known indigenous architect of this style. In addition, we'll take public transport in El Alto so you can see the best cholets around.
During our tour, we'll also visit some shops where you'll find traditional costumes for the Preste, an indigenous festivity that takes place in the Bolivian Andes.
It'll then be time to take the cable car back to La Paz, where we'll finish our tour between 12 pm and 12:30 pm.
More Information
Duration
3h - 3h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
English speaking guide
Tickets for the La Paz cable car
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Red Cap Tour
Corporate name: Derren Michael Patterson
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
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Free cancellation
La Paz Cable Car Station
