City history
As the constitutional capital of Bolivia, Sucre stands as a preserved colonial jewel, blending indigenous roots with Spanish history and serving as a monumental center of South American independence.
Chapter one
Earliest documented name
"The Silver"
Although the surrounding region was known as Charcas to indigenous populations, the earliest documented name for this specific urban settlement is La Plata, founded in 1538.
The Silver
The name referred to the vast silver wealth found in the surrounding Andean highlands.
Honoring Antonio José de Sucre
Renamed in honor of the military leader and independence hero who helped liberate the region.
Chapter two
Bolivia adopted a unified standard time of UTC-4 to coordinate administrative, legal, and transit operations across the nation, ensuring consistency in the growing republic.
Sucre, following national policy, does not observe daylight saving time, maintaining a consistent UTC-4 offset throughout the entire year to provide stability for local schedules.
Chapter three
Pedro Anzúrez de Camporredondo founded the city, marking the beginning of its significant role in the colonial administration of Upper Peru.
Sucre played a pivotal role during the independence movements, eventually serving as the first capital of the newly formed Republic of Bolivia.
The historic center of Sucre was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its exceptional preservation of colonial architecture and urban design.