Overview
San Miguel de Velasco is one of the six Jesuit mission towns that make up the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jesuit Missions of the Chiquitos. The town preserves an 18th-century baroque church with a distinctive bell tower, set in the dry forest landscape of Chiquitania.
Architecture · Budget Travel · History
Before you go
Connectivity
Mobile phone coverage may be limited in this remote town. No specific WiFi or SIM card information is provided in the article.
Culture
San Miguel is one of six Jesuit Missions of the Chiquitos, a UNESCO World Heritage site representing 18th-century colonial religious architecture.
Food
Only basic local eateries exist near the main square. Stock up on snacks in San Ignacio before arriving.
Money
Bolivia's currency is the Boliviano (BOB). ATMs are available in San Ignacio de Velasco, not in San Miguel itself.
Transport
San Miguel is accessed via San Ignacio de Velasco. Buses from Santa Cruz arrive in San Ignacio, with local transport onward to San Miguel.
