What is Plaza Murillo known for?

Plaza Murillo is in La Paz, the main square and also the most historically rich in the city; you could say it works as the political centre of Bolivia. Around it, you find the country’s most important government structures, like the Presidential Palace, the National Congress, and the Cathedral of La Paz, all together in one tight area.

There’s more than just the stunning colonial architecture, because the plaza is also known as the true epicentre of Bolivian political history. It has seen countless demonstrations, uprisings, and important moments over time; people remember it for those things. When you visit now, you will likely notice the well-known clock on the Congress building, and yes, it runs backwards, which is read as a symbolic sign for indigenous Southern Hemisphere identity.