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Definition of la paz

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1

The administrative capital city of Bolivia, located in a canyon in the Andes mountains of South America, and widely recognized as the highest national capital in the world.

2

North American A coastal city and the capital of the Mexican state of Baja California Sur, situated along the Gulf of California and renowned for its eco-tourism and marine life.

Word Nuance & Usage

When referring to Bolivia, it is important to note that while La Paz is the administrative capital and seat of government, Sucre is the official constitutional capital.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of La paz. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/la-paz
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