Laja, Bolivia facts for kids
Laja is a small town in Bolivia, located about 25 kilometers (about 15 miles) west of the large city of La Paz. It is found in the La Paz Department, which is like a state or region in Bolivia. Laja is also the main town for the Laja Municipality, which is part of the Los Andes Province.
Quick facts for kids
Laja
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Church of Laja, said to be made of stones from Tiwanaku
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 Laja, Bolivia
Location in Bolivia
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| Country |  Bolivia |
| Department | La Paz Department |
| Province | Los Andes Province |
| Municipality | Laja Municipality |
| Elevation | 12,800 ft (3,900 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 707 |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (BOT) |
Where is Laja?
Laja is located in the western part of Bolivia. It sits high up in the mountains, at an elevation of about 3,900 meters (around 12,800 feet) above sea level. This makes it one of the many towns in the Andes Mountains. Being so close to La Paz, it's an important spot in the region.
What is Laja Like?
Laja is a small community. According to a 2001 count, about 707 people lived there. As the administrative seat of its municipality, it's where local government decisions are made for the surrounding area.
The Church of Laja
One of the most interesting things about Laja is its church. It is believed that parts of the church were built using stones from Tiwanaku. Tiwanaku was a very old and important city of an ancient civilization that existed long before the Inca Empire. This means the church in Laja connects the town to a rich and ancient history.
See also
In Spanish: Laja (Bolivia) para niños
