Potosí Silver Mines
Cerro Rico
Mountain of unimaginable riches that bankrolled the Spanish Empire, complete with its own underworld god.

📜 Historic silver mines in Potosí, Bolivia, known for immense wealth and harsh conditions.
🔍 Site of the Spanish Colonial Mint, once one of the world's richest cities.

Why Go

⛏️ Explore active historic mines
👹 Learn about the cult of El Tio, the underworld god
⛰️ Experience one of the highest cities in the world

Why Avoid

⚠️ Potentially dangerous working conditions, lack of safety equipment
claustrophobia
🥵 High temperatures underground, up to 40 degrees Celsius

Tips

🚶 Walk slowly due to high altitude
🎁 Consider bringing offerings for El Tio (cigarettes, alcohol, coca leaves)

Cost

💰 Tour cost around 100 bolivianos.

Last updated 8 days ago

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