El Fuerte, Samaipata

Name: El Fuerte
Address: Samaipata, Bolivia

#1 among attractions in Samaipata

Top attraction, Unesco, Ruins

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El Fuerte de Samaipata or Fort Samaipata, also known simply as "El Fuerte", is a Pre-Columbian archaeological site and UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Florida Province, Santa Cruz Department, Bolivia. It is situated in the eastern foothills of the Bolivian Andes and is a popular tourist destination for Bolivians and foreigners alike. It is served by the nearby town of Samaipata. The archaeological site at El Fuerte is unique as it encompasses buildings of three different cultures: Chanè, Inca, and Spanish. ()

Local name: Fuerte de Samaipata Built: 300 A.D.Unesco: from 1998Area: 49.42 acres (0.0772 mi²)Coordinates: 18°10'43"S, 63°49'9"W

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, Archaeological site
El Fuerte de Samaipata
7 min walk • El Fuerte de Samaipata, nestled in the eastern foothills of the Bolivian Andes, is a fascinating archaeological site that offers a window into the region's diverse historical tapestry. This pre-Columbian site, which translates to "The Fortress of Samaipata," is an...