Sucre

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Sucre?South-central Bolivia, Chuquisaca Department, Andes Mountains
2. How many people live in Sucre?Approximately 330,000 inhabitants (2024 estimate)
3. What is the capital of Sucre?De jure constitutional and judicial capital of Bolivia; capital of Chuquisaca Department
4. How high is Sucre?2,790 meters (9,150 feet)
5. When was Sucre built?April 12, 1538
6. What language do people speak in Sucre?Spanish; indigenous languages like Quechua and Aymara are widely spoken

De jure capital: The capital city officially recognized by law, irrespective of the location of administrative or governmental functions.
Subtropical highland climate: A climate classification (Köppen Cfb) characterized by mild temperatures year-round and significant precipitation, typically found at high elevations in subtropical latitudes.
Hispanic colonial architecture: Architectural styles developed in the Americas during the period of Spanish colonization, emphasizing religious structures, plazas, and ornate facades.
UNESCO World Heritage Site: A landmark or area recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization for its cultural, historical, scientific, or natural significance.