Pucarani facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pucarani
Pukarani
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Pucarani with the Cordillera Real in the background
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 Pucarani
Location in Bolivia
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| Country |  Bolivia |
| Department | La Paz Department |
| Province | Los Andes Province |
| Municipality | Pucarani Municipality |
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| • Total | 918 |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (BOT) |
Pucarani is a small town located in the country of Bolivia. Its name comes from the Aymara language, where it is also called Pukarani. This town is found in the La Paz Department.
Pucarani is important because it is the main town, or "seat," of the Pucarani Municipality. This municipality is the first part of the larger Los Andes Province.
Pucarani: A Town in Bolivia
Pucarani is a quiet town in the highlands of Bolivia. It is known for its beautiful views. The town is surrounded by the stunning Cordillera Real mountain range.
Where is Pucarani?
Pucarani is located in the western part of Bolivia. It is part of the La Paz Department. This department is one of the nine main areas of Bolivia. The town is also within the Los Andes Province.
What is a Municipality?
In Bolivia, a municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town and the smaller villages around it. Pucarani is the central town for its municipality. This means it is where the local government offices are. It is also where many people from the surrounding areas come for services.
Life in Pucarani
As of 2001, about 918 people lived in Pucarani. It is a small community. The town plays a role in the daily lives of people in the region. The image in the infobox shows the main square, called Plaza Franz Tamayo. It also shows the mountains in the background.
