Desaguadero

Desaguadero is a town and municipality in the Oruro Department of western Bolivia. It is situated on the eastern shores of Lake Titicaca, at the border with Peru. The Desaguadero River, which flows from Lake Titicaca into the smaller Uru Uru Lake, gives the town its name.

The town serves as a significant border crossing and commercial hub between Bolivia and Peru. Its economy is largely driven by trade and cross-border commerce. The population of Desaguadero is predominantly Aymara, reflecting the indigenous heritage of the region. The local culture is influenced by its proximity to both the lake and the Andean highlands.

Desaguadero experiences a high-altitude climate characteristic of the Altiplano. The town's location on the lake makes it a point of interest for those traveling between the two countries or exploring the Andean lake region. Infrastructure in Desaguadero includes basic services supporting its role as a border town. The Desaguadero River itself is important for local ecosystems and historically for transportation, though its navigability is limited in modern times.