📖 About Sucre

Sucre is Bolivia's constitutional capital and the seat of the Supreme Court, a UNESCO World Heritage city at 2,810 meters elevation. With approximately 300,000 residents, this beautifully preserved colonial city is known as "La Ciudad Blanca" (The White City) for its whitewashed buildings. The Bolivian Declaration of Independence was signed here in 1825.

While La Paz serves as the de facto capital, Sucre maintains constitutional status and hosts the judiciary. The pleasant climate, colonial architecture, and university atmosphere make it one of Bolivia's most attractive cities. Sucre represents Bolivia's heritage—independence birthplace, colonial beauty, and highland charm.

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💼 Economy & Culture

Government (judiciary) and education drive the economy—the university attracts students nationally. Tourism brings visitors to the UNESCO site. Agriculture in surrounding valleys produces fruits and vegetables. Commerce serves the region. The economy is modest but stable, benefiting from cultural tourism.

Spanish colonial culture is preserved—Spanish is spoken, Catholic traditions continue. The indigenous Quechua population maintains cultural presence. Traditional festivals blend colonial and indigenous elements. Food features local specialties including chorizo chuquisaqueño. The culture values tradition, education, and the refined character of this historic city.

📜 History

Founded by the Spanish (1538) as La Plata, the city became the seat of the Audiencia de Charcas. Silver wealth from nearby Potosí enriched the city. One of the Americas' first universities was founded here (1624).

The Bolivian Declaration of Independence (1825) was signed in Sucre, named after independence hero Antonio José de Sucre. The capital moved to La Paz (1899) after a civil war, but Sucre retained constitutional status. Today Sucre is Bolivia's heritage jewel—colonial beauty, independence birthplace, and white city of the Andes.