Traditional Food Of Bolivia
Traditional Bolivian Recipe
Culture and Tradition within Bolivia Slideshow
Table of Image Descriptions
Demographics of Bolivia
Current Population:
The currently population of Bolivia is 10,469,073
Male population is roughly 49.9%
Female population is roughly 50.1%
Country meter Bolivia. (n.d.) Retrieved from www.countrymeters.info/en/Bolivia/
Social Conditions/ Roles:
The social conditions of Bolivia are very tight knit communities. Family plays a huge role in society. Men are typically the bread winners of the household while wives are generally the caregivers.
Bolivia language, Culture, Customs, and Etiquette. (n.d) http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/bolivia.html
The currently population of Bolivia is 10,469,073
Male population is roughly 49.9%
Female population is roughly 50.1%
Country meter Bolivia. (n.d.) Retrieved from www.countrymeters.info/en/Bolivia/
Social Conditions/ Roles:
The social conditions of Bolivia are very tight knit communities. Family plays a huge role in society. Men are typically the bread winners of the household while wives are generally the caregivers.
Bolivia language, Culture, Customs, and Etiquette. (n.d) http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/bolivia.html
Religion Within Bolivia
- Religion in Bolivia was not a societal norm before the Spaniards conquered the land. Many Bolivians did not have an established religion and therefore did not practice any type of religious gatherings or ceremonies. However, during the 1500’s the Spaniards voyaged to the “New World” with a goal to spread Christianity and make the religion the dominate religion of the world. My of the native Bolivians felt that their land and their ways of living was suppressed and undermined by the Spaniards. As the result of the conflicts of interests the Spaniards and the Bolivians engaged in full out war. The Bolivian’s wanted to preserve their tranquil lives of living while the Spaniards wanted to force their religion on the Bolivians who did not have the same beliefs. The outcome of the war was the Spaniards were victories in their pursuit to spread Christianity. Now in present times 80% of Bolivians identify as being Catholic.
(n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.boliviabella.com/bolivia-religion.html - Citation for first paragraph
- The role of religion is dominated by more women than men in the Bolivian culture. Many of the holidays and gatherings within the community have a religious affiliation. The role of religion is very import in because there is heritage and tradition that is passed from one generation to the next. Many of the religious gatherings are a celebration within the community to relive the struggles the ancestors have overcome. The Catholic religion affects all the members of the community in a positive way by bring everyone together for a celebration of life as a whole.
Kwintessential. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/bolivia.html - Citation for second paragraph
- There are many sacred and well-known sites in Bolivia for the community to practice their religion. There is a statue in Cochabamba (city within Bolivia) that has an unexplained phenomenon of bloody tears running down the face of Christ every good Friday. No one knows how or why this happens but the Bolivian community considers the location to be a sacred place of worship. Also within the city of Cochabamba lies the Cristo de la Concordia is arguable the largest statue of Christ in the world. Not only do many Bolivians come to gaze at the marvelous sculpture but many tourists as well.
(n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.sacred-destinations.com/bolivia/sacred-sites- Citation for third paragraph
- There are connections between the dominantly practiced religion in Bolivia and the government. The government of Bolivia supports the views of the church and does not think that is inappropriate to separate the two. Many of the Bolivians are and where raised in believing that Catholicism is the way of live. As time as progressed their views have stayed the same. As the result of having the connection of the church (religion) and the government the majority of the people in Bolivia are in a comfortable environment where they can discuss business and their beliefs freely.
. Retrieved from http://religiousfreedom.lib.virginia.edu/rihand/Bolivia.html- Citation for fourth paragraph
Slide Show of Religion/ Religion Map
Country Statistics
Cultural and Diverse Regions
Religion in Bolivia
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Religion in Bolivia is extremely important. Many of the holidays and festive gatherings are associated with the dominate religion which is Catholicism. 80% of Bolivians identify their faith a Catholic.
Culture: Bolivian Religion and Beliefs (n.d). Retrieved from http://www.boliviabella.com/bolivia-religion.html
Culture: Bolivian Religion and Beliefs (n.d). Retrieved from http://www.boliviabella.com/bolivia-religion.html
- This church is a sacred place where many Bolivians practice their religious beliefs of Catholicism. Catholic Church in Bolivia. Retrieved from
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a5/Bolivia_church_square.jpg
Changes in Time
Education:
In 2008 education amongst literate females in ages 15 and up show approximately 88 percent of that particular group can understand, read, and write well enough to get by in their day to day lives. Education in regards to females have greatly improved over time. Most females in the past were domesticated and did not have anything to do with education or working outside the household.
In 2008 education amongst literate females in ages 15 and up show approximately 88 percent of that particular group can understand, read, and write well enough to get by in their day to day lives. Education in regards to females have greatly improved over time. Most females in the past were domesticated and did not have anything to do with education or working outside the household.
Health:
In 2004 Bolivia had a report of 4.7 cases of bad teeth reported per 12 year old child. I believe the numbers are so high due to the fact that the majority of the country is living either at or below poverty. As the consequence of living in poverty there is not immediate access or money for dental visits or doctors' visits as well.
In 2004 Bolivia had a report of 4.7 cases of bad teeth reported per 12 year old child. I believe the numbers are so high due to the fact that the majority of the country is living either at or below poverty. As the consequence of living in poverty there is not immediate access or money for dental visits or doctors' visits as well.
Population:
Bolivia in 1969 had an age group made up of 20-39 year old adults who made up 27 percent of the population. In more recent times (2011) that same age group has had only a three percent increase from 1969. I believe there is only a small change percentage wise is because there is an increased number in people who are living longer compared to 1969. There are more people who make up younger age populations due to more children being born and there are more people who represent older aged populations due to longer life expectancy.
Bolivia in 1969 had an age group made up of 20-39 year old adults who made up 27 percent of the population. In more recent times (2011) that same age group has had only a three percent increase from 1969. I believe there is only a small change percentage wise is because there is an increased number in people who are living longer compared to 1969. There are more people who make up younger age populations due to more children being born and there are more people who represent older aged populations due to longer life expectancy.
Additional Resources
- Here is a website that is quite useful on how to get around the country of Bolivia. This article goes into depth on the different means of transportation. Transportation in Bolivia. (2013) Retrieved from http://www.lonelyplanet.com/bolivia/transport/getting-around
- The second website provides fun facts on the popular sport ( soccer) that is played most frequently in Bolivia. Fun Facts About Bolivia: Bolivian Sports. (n.d) Retrieved from http://www.boliviabella.com/bolivian-sports.html