Copacabana

Copacabana is a small town located on the Bolivian shore of Lake Titicaca. The town has a large 17th-century shrine, the Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana, dedicated to Our Lady of Copacabana, the patron saint of Bolivia. The town is a tourism destination in Bolivia, known for its trout and quaint atmosphere. It is also a popular resort destination for foreign travelers and locals alike. The town's central square is Plaza 2 de Febrero, and from there Avenida 6 de Agosto slides down to the lakeside, packed with souvenir shops, hostels, and restaurants. Boats leave for Isla del Sol, the sacred Inca island, from Copacabana. The town is surrounded by pre-Columbian ruins of considerable interest and offers a cold subtropical highland climate