"el angel azul" is a B&B hotel that preserves the roots of the architecture remaining from the middle of the last century. With its French windows and seven-point arches it shows up the geometrical lines typical of the style of that time. The building formerly was the district court house and has been abandoned for ten years before it was restored in keeping with its historic value. As you enter "el angel azul" you can see the ancient walls, covered with washed paint based on natural pigments. You also can enjoy the courtyard that has been turned into a small botanical garden with its many species of cactus and other desert plants. These are just a few of the details that make "el angel azul" a fascinating place that recovers the spirit of the culture of La Paz. The B&B hotel is located a block behind the Cathedral in the center of the city. By Roswitha Mueller