Copacabana, Bolivia
Copacabana is the main Bolivian town on the shore of Lake Titicaca. The town has a large 16th-century shrine, the Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana, dedicated to Our Lady of Copacabana, the patron saint of Bolivia. The town is a tourism destination in Bolivia. It is also known for its trout and quaint atmosphere. Built between Mount Calvario and Mount Niño Calvario, the town has approximately 6,000 inhabitants. Copacabana's religious celebrations, cultural heritage and traditional festivals are well known throughout Bolivia. Boats leave for Isla del Sol, the sacred Inca island, from Copacabana. Copacabana is served by Copacabana Airport.
Copacabana
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Panorama of Copacabana and Lake Titicaca, 6 de agosto avenue, parade in Copacabana, Eduardo Abaroa naval monument, an Aymara man and a totora boat, Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana | |
Copacabana | |
| Coordinates: 16°10′S 69°05′W | |
| Country | Bolivia |
| Departament | La Paz Department (Bolivia) |
| Province | Manco Kapac Province |
| Municipality | Copacabana Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 346.5 km2 (133.8 sq mi) |
| • Land | 340.1 km2 (131.3 sq mi) |
| • Water | 6.4 km2 (2.5 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 3,841 m (12,602 ft) |
| Population (2006) | |
| • Total | 6,000 |
| • Density | 358.5/km2 (929/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−4 (BOT) |
| Area code | Area code 591 |
| FIPS code | 45-16000 |
| Climate | Cwc |
| GNIS feature ID | 1245051 |
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