Hmm dynamite and an detonator for about 70p ...don't panic Mr.Mainwaring!!

August 20th 2007
Well you can’t visit the famous silver town of Potosi without visiting the mines ….can you?? Well, maybe after you’ve read this, you might understand why some people decide against it… Potosi’s historical wealth has certainly come at some considerable human expense, with an estimated EIGHT MILLION plus Black and Indian slaves dying whilst working in the mines from 1545 to 1825 and the ... read more

South America » Bolivia » Potosí Department » Potosi

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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Geoff Long and Lexa Wokersien

Geoff n Lexa

Hi there everybody, We hope you enjoy reading about our exploits whilst we're on our 16 month BIG TRIP. Many people have asked why we are going and in an attempt to explain here is a quote from the famous British explorer Eric Shipton. "In these days of upheaval and violent change, when the basic values of today are the vain and shattered dreams of tomorrow, there is much to be said for the philosphy which aims at living a full life while the opportunity offers. There are few treasures of more lasting worth than the experience of a way of life that is itself wholly satisfying. Such, aft... full info

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