Sucre, Chuquisaca Department, Bolivia uses America/La_Paz, currently -04 (UTC-04:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Sucre is the capital of Bolivia, with a population of about 224,800. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.
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Sucre's compact historic center, with its whitewashed colonial buildings, holds most of the city's sights, cafes, and lodging within easy walking distance. Neighborhoods further out are quieter and more residential, generally requiring a short taxi ride back to the center.
The well-preserved colonial architecture and plazas of the historic center reward unhurried daytime exploration, especially given the mild, sunny climate typical of the city's high elevation. Nearby dinosaur footprint sites and surrounding valleys make for good day trips in decent daylight.
The historic center is easily covered on foot, while shared taxis called trufis and regular taxis connect it to outlying neighborhoods. Sucre's hilly terrain and elevation can make walking more tiring than expected for visitors unused to the altitude.
Sucre's high elevation moderates temperatures year-round, and the Southern Hemisphere dry season from May through October generally brings the clearest skies and least rainfall. The wetter months from November to April can bring afternoon showers but rarely disrupt a full day's plans.
Bolivia uses the BOB, calling code +591.
Bolivia's currency is the boliviano, and Spanish is the official language, though Quechua and other indigenous languages are also widely spoken in and around Sucre. A polite greeting typically precedes any business or request for assistance.
