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Bolivia brings together Andean highlands, temperate valleys and tropical lowlands, with cultures whose languages and resources differ substantially. Aymara, Quechua and lowland communities maintain distinct forms of heritage. In La Paz, Alasita centres on miniature objects representing wishes; their manufacture and associated rituals give material form to hopes and social relationships. Andean weaving transmits colours, techniques and community references through objects used in daily and ceremonial life. Festival music and dancing likewise vary between regions rather than forming one national repertoire. In cooking, potatoes and quinoa recall high-altitude farming, while cassava and tropical fruit have a stronger role in the lowlands. Salteñas are pastries containing a juicy savoury filling, frequently eaten as a snack. Soups and meat or vegetable dishes change according to markets and family preferences. Communal festive meals bring these resources together while keeping local methods of preparation and serving visible. They also provide opportunities to pass on agricultural knowledge and recipes through the practical work of feeding a gathering.