Is Santa Cruz the largest city in Bolivia?
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Is Santa Cruz the largest city in Bolivia?
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| Rank | City | 2012 Census |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz de la Sierra*† | 1,441,406 |
| 2 | El Alto† | 842,378 |
| 3 | La Paz* | 757,184 |
| 4 | Cochabamba*† | 630,587 |
What is Santa Cruz in Bolivia?
Santa Cruz, in full Santa Cruz de la Sierra, city, east-central Bolivia. It is situated in the hot, tropical lowlands at an elevation of 1,365 feet (416 metres) above sea level. The city produces soybean oil, dairy and meat products, refined sugar, wood products, leather, and alcohol.
What is the official capital of Bolivia?
Sucre
Bolivia/Capitals
The seat of national government was established there in 1898, but Sucre remains Bolivia’s constitutional capital, home to the country’s Supreme Court; La Paz is the seat of the executive and legislative branches.
Is Santa Cruz in Bolivia safe?
Overall Crime and Safety Situation Most major cities in Bolivia have “Medium” threat ratings for crime, while Santa Cruz de la Sierra remains as the most dangerous city in Bolivia. Violent crimes such as assault and robberies against foreigners are statistically low but do occur.
What South American country has two capitals?
Bolivia
More than one capital at present
| Country | Capitals | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Bolivia | Sucre | Constitutional capital |
| La Paz | Executive capital | |
| Eswatini | Mbabane | Administrative capital |
| Lobamba | Legislative (Parliament) and royal capital |
Which city was the capital of Bolivia before La Paz?
After the economic decline of Potosí and its silver industry, the Bolivian seat of government was moved from Sucre to La Paz in 1898.
Is Sucre the capital of Bolivia?
Sucre, judicial capital of Bolivia. (La Paz is the country’s administrative capital.) Sucre lies in a fertile valley crossed by the Cachimayo River, at an elevation of 9,153 feet (2,790 metres) above sea level.