I'd like to dedicate this website about Bolivia to my friend Wiebke Drawert, who is learning English with me in Chichester. Wiebke lives in Bolivia and what's also interesting for me, is that she was actually born in Germany. I like multilingual people, they are in a way very lucky, because as some clever human said: as many languages you speak is as meny times you are a human. I am very interested in knowing more about Bolivia. JIRI BOLIVIA Bolivia lies in the heart of South America, stretching from hights of the Andes Mountains to the tropical Amazon River Basin, with a population composed mainly of Native Indian ethnical groups and Mestizos. Touristic attractions in Bolivia tend to be as diverse and fascinating as its people or its landscape; the cultural richness inherited from ancient civilizations and the abruptly changing geography Bolivian's are used to, invite the foreigner to discover the countless wonderfull touristic sites one can visit, and be a part of the events and festivities that mark the rythm of Bolivia's every day life.
Landlocked Bolivia is the Tibet of the Americas - the highest and most isolated of the Latin American republics. It is also the most indigenous country on the continent, with more than 50% of the population maintaining traditional values and beliefs. Bolivia may be one of the poorest countries in South America, but its cultural wealth, the mindblowing Andean landscapes and the remnants of mysterious ancient civilizations make it the richest and most exciting destination for adventurous and independent travelers. BOLIVIA- UNDISCOVERED JEWEL OF SOUTH AMERICA Immeasurably rich in geography, ecology, culture and history, Bolivia has something for everyone. Bolivia is home of the majestic Andes, expansive cloud forests, unique salt flats, dry forest, savannas and one of the most bio diverse portions of the Amazonian region. Each of these ecosystems boasts a kaleidoscope of flora and fauna just waiting to be explored. In the Andes Mountains you can trek on a Pre-Colombian mountain trail with herds of llamas and alpacas and condors. Or meander through prehistoric ruins and indigenous villages on the historic islands of the Sun and Moon surrounded by the expansive Lake Titicaca. Then drop down into the cloud forest and surround yourself with lush orchids and tropical fruits - a birdwatcher's paradise. If you are looking for rainforests, you can navigate the Beni, Tuichi, Paucerna and Itenez rivers in Bolivia's Amazonian region and experience the joy of spotting jaguars, pink dolphins, giant otters, tapirs, quetzals, toucans, macaws, howler and spider monkeys and much more. In addition to its physical beauty and astounding wildlife, Bolivia has an amazingly diverse culture and unique history. This can be appreciated throughout the country where traditional festivals, handicrafts, museums and colonial churches abound. 
As my friend Wiebke confirmed, the only two jobs you can have are: 1) a woodcutter or 2) a farmer. The problem is, that anybody who buy very cheap piece of land or forest, can do with it whatever they want, mostly devastate the land and sell the trees. Nearly all the region's countries have laws that prohibit unauthorized cutting and burning of forests. But government officials charged with enforcing these regulations have long been hobbled by the difficulty of monitoring activities over thousands of square kilometers. Owing to the uncontrollable depredation I think there is just a small possibility to save the forests. I feel sorry for the next generations that this is constantly happening. I wish I could help, but I can do just very little against that. 
Children from Santa Rosa in Bolivia often need a humanitarian aid to improve a quality of their lifes.
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