Taller than the Cristo del Corcovado in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the El Cristo de la Concordia (statute of Jesus Christ) is one of the major attractions of the city of Cochabamba. You will get a panoramic view of the surrounding region from the apex of this monument. The monument of La Coronilla is another must-see site. This structure is dedicated to the brave women who showed their gallantry against the Spanish army during the struggle for independence in 1812. The superb art and cultural museum of Palacio Portales draw thousands of visitors. Also beautiful are the original frescos and paintings that can be located at the Cathedral of Plaza 14 de Septiembre. Some of the other attractions of the city include Pairumani, Museo Arqueologico, and Casa de la Cultura. Look out for various Cochabamba Bolivia vacation rentals and see which one offers the true value for your money.
You will always come across a bustling shopping market in Cochabamba. Especially colorful is the market located in La Cancha, Avenida San Martin, where some of the popular buys feature handicrafts, herbs, fresh produce, and a lot many more things. This city is considered to be the gastronomic capital of Bolivia. You will find a wide range of national and international delicacies in the local restaurants. You will get to taste some of the typical Cochabamba dishes mainly during the festive seasons. One of them is the Virgen de Urkupina – Quillacollo in the month of August that is celebrated with processions and folkloric dance performance by a huge mass. Booking Cochabamba vacation homes during this time can be somewhat difficult due to heavy rush of tourists.