Bolivia’s Cholitas – From Outcasts to Icons

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  With their pleated skirts, fringe shawls and bowler hats perched on their heads,

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  the Chilita women are a common sight in Bolivia.

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  But life hasn't been easy for them.

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  For many years these indigenous women were treated as second-class citizens.

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  It's only in recent times that they've turned that around and gone from outcast to icons,

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  which for me as a visitor to their country was a real pleasure to see.

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  I found them warm and inspiring and hope you enjoy listening to their stories as much as I did.

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  and there's a crowd gathering to see the Cholita rustlers.

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  The excitement is mounting in this huge warehouse in El Altos.

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