Cholita Wrestling
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Theatrical wrestling matches in El Alto, Bolivia, featuring Indigenous Aymara women (Cholitas) in traditional attire.

šŸ“œ Theatrical wrestling matches featuring Indigenous Aymara women (Cholitas).
šŸ” Held weekly in El Alto, near La Paz, Bolivia, reclaiming a derogatory term.

Why Go

🤼 Witness unique female wrestling matches and a cultural spectacle with feisty performers.
šŸŽ­ Enjoy theatrical entertainment, not a real fight.
šŸ’Ŗ Symbol of cultural identity and female empowerment.
🤩 Audience interaction, including beverages and kisses.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Matches are staged, not a real fight.
🄶 Arena is unheated and can be very cold.
🚶 Area can be sketchy, especially after dark if visiting independently.

Tips

šŸŽŸļø Consider joining a tour for safety and convenience, especially for transport to El Alto.
🧄 Bring warm clothing, as the arena is unheated.
šŸ’ø Carry extra cash for admission, snacks, and drinks.
šŸŖ‘ Front row seats may involve audience interaction.

Cost

šŸ’° Admission around 90 BOB (cash only), tours from €17.

Hours

šŸ•’ Shows every Thursday and Sunday, starting around 5 PM, lasting 2-3 hours.

Toilets

🚻 Available (bring cash).

Location

šŸ“ Coliseo Cerrado Julio Borelli Viterito, 12 Avenida Rodolfo Palenque, El Alto.

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