Rubber Argentina

Bolivia: A Geographic Portrait

South America’s primary mountain range, the Andes, attains one of its widest points in Bolivia. Here the Andes are divided into two subranges, Cordillera Oriental and Cordillera Occidental. Peaks in these areas are in excess of 20,000 feet. Between these subranges lies the Altiplano which contains the highest navigable lake on earth. Lake Titicaca, which also lies in Peru, is 12,507 feet above sea level.

Also in the Altiplano is one of Bolivia’s capitals, La Paz. At 11,700 feet it is one of the highest cities in the world. This region is home to one of the centers of Inca civilization and pre–Inca cultures.

Lake Titicaca is what helps make the Altiplano livable. This body of water is large enough to temper the coldness in its vicinity. Grains have been raised for centuries on the surrounding arable land up to the amazing elevation of 12,800 feet. The area supports a major group of subsistence farmers to this day.

Bolivia has had a troubled history. Aside from numerous internal struggles, the country first lost its access to the Pacific Ocean in a conflict with Chile. It then lost its northern territory of Acre to Brazil in a dispute involving the rubber industry in the Amazon Basin. On top of all that, Bolivia was forced to give up 55,000 square miles of southeastern Gran Chaco territory to Paraguay. Bolivia has reactivated its claim to restore the Atacama corridor, ceded to Chile in 1884, to secure sovereign maritime access for Bolivian natural gas.

Modern Bolivia is the product of European domination, however that influence has not affected some of the Amerindian population clusters. But these indigenous Bolivians still lost their land as did their Peruvian and Ecuadorian counterparts. However, what made the richer Europeans in Bolivia wealthy was not land but minerals.

The city of Potosi in the Cordillera Oriental became well–known for the huge silver deposits in its surroundings. Zinc, copper, and other ores were found there. Bolivia’s tin deposits provided a large portion of the country’s export income throughout most of the twentieth century. But in the 1980′s, tin reserves declined and that along with weak world prices reached the point where Bolivia’s antiquated mining methods forced the industry to all but shut down.

Oil and gas are now accounting for an increasing portion of foreign revenues. Bolivia exports much of it gas to Argentina and Brazil. In return, Brazil is commtted to assisting the development of the corridor between Santa Cruz and Corumba, Brazil, in the southeastern lowlands. It is here that commercial agriculture–especially soybeans–is on the rise.

About the Author

Highlights -Argentina 5-0 Kazakhstan

Argentina Flag Square Coasters (set of 4) $14.99 A perfect way to display your Argentinian Nationality. The coasters come in a set of 4. They will save your table or desk from being scratched and at the same time show your pride for the Flag of Argentina. The Coaster is made with a Polyester surface displaying the Argentinian Flag. The bottom of the coaster is a neoprene non slip rubber backing. Impress your guests with the Argentina Flag set of…

Kike Calvo Whales and Dolphins – Commersons dolphin, Cephalorhynchus commersonii, in Patagonia, Argentina – Coasters Commersons dolphin, Cephalorhynchus commersonii, in Patagonia, Argentina Coaster is new commercial quality product that will complement your home decor. Available in 3.5″ x 3.5″ soft rubber-backed polyester and 4.25 x 4.25 ceramic high gloss finish tiles with rubber backing. Colors will not run….

Florene Love of Country Flags – I Love Argentina – Coasters I Love Argentina Coaster is new commercial quality product that will complement your home decor. Available in 3.5″ x 3.5″ soft rubber-backed polyester and 4.25 x 4.25 ceramic high gloss finish tiles with rubber backing. Colors will not run….

Formula No. 407 $1.99 …

adidas SKATE Shoes by AdidasGreat for Fashion…

Tommy Hilfiger Women’s Light Blue Fabric / White Graffiti Logo Flip-flops Fabric and rubber-like women’s logo flip-flops by Tommy Hilfiger…

PUMA Argentina Mens Black/White Athletic Shoes $60.00 Puma BLK/WHT ARGENTINA Athletic…

Western Digital WD Nomad Rugged Case $29.99 WD Nomad?  Rugged Case for My Passport hard drive   Built for the harsh realities of life.   WD Nomad is the rugged case for your My Passport hard drive.  Place your My Passport portable hard drive in the tough, polycarbonate case with its shock-absorbing, elastomer cushion and it?s protected from 7-foot drops, 20-ounce spills, dirt, dust, and scratches as you hike, bike, trave…

Che Guevara Mousepad $10.25 Che Guevara mousepad. You can also upload your own photo on our design website….

Argentina Flag Mouse Pad $7.99 The Flag of Argentina featured on a rectangular mouse pad. This mouse pad is great for anyone with Argentinian heritage. Remember your Argentinian ancestry with this Argentina Flag mouse pad. Whether it is for a home computer or work computer, this mouse pad will not only show your Argentinian Pride but will also add personality and charm to your workstation….