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No. 5379 · Bolivia · South America

Tarabuco

19.17°S 64.92°W · 3,290 m

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Overview

Tarabuco is a small town in Bolivia, about 60 km from Sucre, renowned for its exceptional handicrafts and traditional festival clothing. The highlight is the Sunday market, where rural people gather in colorful traditional dress to buy household items and textiles.

Day Trips · Festivals

Before you go

Culture

Tarabuco is known for traditional textiles, festival clothing, and indigenous handicrafts. The annual March fiesta features traditional dances and wrestling.

Money

There are no banks or ATMs in Tarabuco. Bring sufficient cash from Sucre before visiting, as the market's barter section aside, most purchases require cash.

Packing

Bring sun protection and comfortable walking shoes for exploring the market and town on foot.

Transport

Public buses run frequently between Sucre and Tarabuco for Bs. 10 one way. Sunday agency day trips cost Bs. 30 and depart around 08:00.

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