Bolivia's Bicentennial Celebrated at Santa Cruz Book Fair

Santa Cruz, Bolivia, gears up for its 12th International Book Fair, a major cultural event celebrating Bolivia's bicentennial. The fair, taking place from June 4th to 15th, 2025, promises twelve days filled with over 300 cultural activities. Organizers emphasize the event's role in celebrating Bolivia's rich history and the power of literature to shape a better future. "We're celebrating the bicentennial with a double celebration," said one organizer, referring to both the national bicentennial and Santa Cruz's own bicentennial. The fair will feature national and international writers, and conversations with historians, including prominent historian Paula Peña. The event promises a vibrant display of Bolivian culture and literature, underscoring the importance of words in shaping a better future.