Yungas Road

It was conceived in the 1930s by the Bolivian government to connect the capital city of La Paz with the Amazon Rainforest in the north part of the country.

[4] It has since been replaced by a newer, two-lane asphalt road featuring guardrails and drainage systems.

[5] Known for its extreme danger with 3,500 metres (11,500 ft) of descent, the Death Road draws about 25,000 tourists per year and has become a popular destination for adventure tourism, particularly mountain biking.

Up until 2006, the North Yungas Road was the sole route for traveling from Coroico to La Paz.

Weather conditions further increased the danger; rain and fog would reduce visibility, while muddy terrain and loose stones could impair traction.