The Witches' Market
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What makes a Nation or a society….. it is their traditions, belief systems and stories that creates their culture and builds the society. In the heart of La Paz only a block or so away from the San Francisco Church is an area that shows off the heritage of the Bolivian people. Stalls and large shops offer a whole variety of paraphernalia that caters to the ancient traditions and belief systems. On the sidewalks you can also find astrologers and card readers. The Mother Earth is worshiped here as the believers go about buying their items for their ceremonies and needs. The medicine men and women can offer services by blessing them as well. Interesting area to visit. Suggest taking a guide who can explain things in detail. The irony of a huge Catholic Church nearby cannot be overlooked!
Fulldistance GoingFulldistance Going
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Oh my, the best place for gift shopping. They have absolutely everything! The market is huge spreading few blocks. Always negotiate and never buy at the first place you saw something. First I was offered textile for 600bs, then 450, then negotiated to 340, and bought another one for 240 from the street seller (not the store). Always negotiate, it’s the bazar! Mostly cash is accepted, only few stores accept credit cards. Just always have cash in Bolivia anywhere you go. Cash is king over there! You can find small restaurants that are absolutely amazing (recommended of course is Popular Bolivian Food, but it’s opened only 12pm-2:30pm and you need to make a reservation over there. While waiting your 45-50ml in you can walk around the market). Good luck!
Ema KlimaiteEma Klimaite
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Also known as El Mercado de las Brujas and La Hechiceria, you can find all sorts of daily knick knacks in the Witches Market. In addition, the market is run by local witch doctors known as yatiri (who usually wear black hats and coca pouches containing amulets, talismans and powders that promise luck, beauty and fertility), who sell potions, dried frogs, medicinal plants like retama, and armadillos used in Bolivian rituals. Fascinating visit
CK CheongCK Cheong
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It is the most famous market and the most touristic street in La Paz. There are numerous shops full of touristic artifacts, cafés, bars, restaurants and travel agencies. The Mercado de la Brujas, as it is also known among the locals, is mainly addressed to foreigners as prices here are higher. The buildings are painted and better preserved, the street is decorated with beautiful graffitis and in general the atmosphere is very touristic.
Andreas KafiotisAndreas Kafiotis
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It’s a nice place for tourists to pick up souvenirs. Don’t forget to haggle! A lot of the shops sell similar things, so do some cross shopping first. The umbrellas and the colorful buildings lining the street make for a fun atmosphere, but it’s otherwise not that much of a destination. Take away the umbrellas and much of the charm would be gone. A nice way to spend 1-2 hours at most, but not really a true destination.
D WD W
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Bought some dried San Pedro cactus at one of the stalls there. Just ask for “san pedro secado”. They will measure it out for you based on how many doses you want. Each dose is 20 boliviano... In my opinion the doses are conservative and you’ll probable wanna take 2 servings. Just mix in hot water and drink it down. It tastes awful but it works (as I proved on isla Del sol when I finally decided to sample the material)
Sam RahimiSam Rahimi
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Nearby Attractions Of The Witches' Market
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Plaza Murillo
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Basilica of Saint Francis
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Estación Teleférico Prado Línea Celeste
Ethnography Museum
TELEFÉRICO ROJO
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Nearby Restaurants Of The Witches' Market
Bolivian Popular Food
Café Restaurante Banais
Ali Pacha
YATI Restaurant café bar
Oliva restaurant
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Restaurant Alaya
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Melchor Jimenez 872, La Paz, Bolivia
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The Witches' Market, also known as El Mercado de las Brujas and La Hechiceria, is a popular tourist attraction located in Cerro Cumbre, a mountain clearing in La Paz, Bolivia.
attractions: Plaza Mayor de San Francisco, Plaza Murillo, Teleférico Morado - Estación San José, Basilica of Saint Francis, Sucre Square, Estación Teleférico Prado Línea Celeste, Ethnography Museum, TELEFÉRICO ROJO, National Art Museum, Estación Teleférico Naranja, restaurants: Bolivian Popular Food, Café Restaurante Banais, Ali Pacha, YATI Restaurant café bar, Oliva restaurant, Namas Té, Sabor Cubano, Pizzería Bella Ciao, Restaurant Alaya, Angelo Colonial
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