Gate of the Sun, Tiahuanaco

Bolivia · 1925 · 2c

This stamp features a detailed engraving of the Gate of the Sun, a monolithic stone archway located at the ancient city of Tiahuanaco in western Bolivia. The design highlights the intricate carvings on the gateway, which is a significant monument of the pre-Incan Tiwanaku culture. The denomination '2 CENTAVOS' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Issued in 1925, this definitive stamp was part of a series showcasing national symbols and archaeological treasures to promote Bolivian heritage and identity during a period of modernization.