Tarata

Birthplace of two Bolivian presidents — Mariano Melgarejo and René Barrientos Ortuño — Tarata is a tiny colonial-era town in the south of Cochabamba Department, sometimes called the "Villa Colonial." Founded during the Spanish viceregal period, it sits at high elevation in the mountains, a short drive from Cochabamba city. The town is known locally for its homemade cheese and sausage.

• Population8,043
• Nearest water from center 7.2 km4.5 mi
• Nearest mountain from center 6.6 km4.1 mi