In La Paz, the de facto capital of Bolivia, there are many religious monuments of architecture of the 16-17 centuries. It is said that Franciscan friars were the first to arrive in the area, long before the founder of La Paz, Alonso de Mendoza. When he reached the Chuquiago Valley, he set aside some land to build a monastery. In modern times, the Church and Monastery of San Francisco are among the most famous landmarks in Bolivia. The facade of the church was reconstructed at the end of the 20th century. Tourists have the opportunity to visit not only the church, but also the monastery, which like nowhere else has preserved the amazing spirit of antiquity. If you buy an additional ticket, you will be allowed to see the monastery and even walk its roof, which can be climbed up a narrow stone staircase.
