El Fuerte de Samaipata in Santa Cruz, Bolivia

Samaipata (Santa Cruz)

Fuerte De Samaipata - Bolivia
Fotot: Federico Arispe R.

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El Fuerte de Samaipata (Fort Samaipata), also known simply as "El Fuerte", is an archaeological site and UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Santa Cruz Department, Florida Province, Bolivia. It is situated in the eastern foothills of the Bolivian Andes and is a popular tourist destination for Bolivians and foreigners alike.

The archeological site at El Fuerte is unique because it has buildings of three different cultures: Chanés, Incas, and Spaniards.

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Santa Cruz
Samaipata
Bolivia Sud (South) America

El Coro

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At the top of the stone hill is are 12 seats carved into the rock known as the Coro de los Sacerdotes (Choir of the Priests).
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Santa Cruz
Samaipata
Bolivia Sud (South) America

El Jaguar

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There are many animals carved into the rock at Fuerte De Samaipata.