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Julia Flores ColqueBolivian long-liver
Date of Birth: 22.10.1900
Country:  Bolivia |
Content:
- Julia Flores Colque: The World's Oldest Living Person
- Witnessing History
- Longevity and Guinness Record
- Simple Joys and Health
- Recognition and Support
- A Lesson in Longevity
Julia Flores Colque: The World's Oldest Living Person
Early Life and EducationBorn on October 26, 1900, in a mining camp in the Bolivian mountains, Julia Flores Colque is considered the oldest living person on Earth. Her identity card suggests this date, but there were no birth certificates in Bolivia before 1940.
Witnessing History
Throughout her 117 years, Colque has lived through two world wars and numerous revolutions in her native Bolivia. She witnessed her small village of Sacaba transform into a bustling city with over 175,000 inhabitants.
Longevity and Guinness Record
At 117 years and nine months old, Colque became the oldest woman in the Andean region and likely the world's oldest living person. However, she has not submitted an application to the Guinness Book of World Records and is reportedly unaware of its existence.
Simple Joys and Health
Colque enjoys the company of her dogs, cats, and chickens. Her diet consists mainly of vegetables and fruits, although she occasionally indulges in soda and cake. She is known for her love of pastries, folk songs, and playing the charango, a small Andean guitar. Despite a fall that injured her back, she has proven her resilience and continues to walk with the aid of railings.
Recognition and Support
Colque is considered a "living heritage" by the mayor of Sacaba. The local government and a private foundation have provided her with paved pathways in her yard and railings for safe access to her bathroom and toilet. She shares her home with her 65-year-old great-niece, Agustina Berna.
A Lesson in Longevity
Bolivia has one of the highest mortality rates in South America. However, Colque's remarkable longevity has become a source of inspiration for the country. Her story serves as a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity.
