Chuquisaca

Chuquisaca is a department of Bolivia located in the south-central part of the country. Its capital is Sucre, which also serves as the constitutional capital of Bolivia. The department spans a variety of landscapes, from the Andean highlands in the west to the eastern foothills and lowlands near the Gran Chaco, with climates ranging from temperate to subtropical.

Administratively, Chuquisaca is divided into several provinces and municipalities, with Sucre as the political and administrative center. The region has a long colonial history and contains numerous historic buildings and monuments, including a UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic city center.

History and culture: Indigenous communities inhabited the area before Spanish colonization. Sucre was established in the 16th century and developed as a religious and administrative capital during the colonial era. The Casa de la Libertad in Sucre is where the Bolivian Declaration of Independence was proclaimed in 1825. The University of San Francisco Xavier, founded in 1624, is one of the oldest universities in the Americas.

Economy and demographics: Population centers are concentrated around Sucre. The economy relies on agriculture—maize, potatoes, beans—along with livestock, forestry, and small-scale industry. Tourism tied to cultural heritage, including the Tarabuco textiles market and the historic city, also contributes to local activity. Spanish is the dominant language, with Quechua and Aymara spoken in various communities.