San Ignacio de Velasco is a city located in the Santa Cruz Department in eastern Bolivia. It is the capital of the Ignacio de Velasco Province. The city has a population of approximately 60,000 people.
San Ignacio de Velasco is known for its rich history and colonial architecture. It was founded in 1748 by Jesuit missionaries and served as an important mission town during the Spanish colonial period. The city was named after Saint Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus.
The main economic activities in San Ignacio de Velasco are agriculture and cattle farming. The region is known for its high-quality beef production, and there are also extensive soybean plantations. Tourism is also a growing industry in the area, with visitors attracted to the city's historic buildings and the nearby San Ignacio de Velasco Jesuit Missions, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city has a tropical climate with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The most popular time to visit San Ignacio de Velasco is during the dry season from May to October, when temperatures are cooler and there is less rainfall.