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Meeting the Devil in Potosi Mine

May 10th 2011
Potosi is the highest city in the world -not a bad claim to fame. The city stands tall in the south of Bolivia at 4,100 metres or 13,500 feet above sea level. Today, one of the biggest attractions to Potosi is the silver mines, which brings tourists from all over the world who would like to experience life in the mine on a tour. While the tourist dollar is now vital in Potosi’s economy, the town ... read more
South America » Bolivia » Potosí Department » Potosi

Bolivian Flag Bolivia, named after independence fighter Simon BOLIVAR, broke away from Spanish rule in 1825; much of its subsequent history has consisted of a series of nearly 200 coups and counter-coups. Comparatively democratic civilian rule was established in 1... ... read more
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