"SILVERCITY" Potosí by chancay

Potosí Travel Guide: 124 reviews and 351 photos

In the 16th century Potosi was one of the biggest and richest cities in the world! The kingdom of Spain had won a big... more travel advice

We found this funny sign in the streets of Potosi. My friend who was travelling with me is from Finland, the land of... more travel advice

This is a museum that tells the history of life in Potosi and shows the old machines to produce the silver money. Very... more travel advice

You have to visit the mines. There are several reasons to do it....and one big reason not do it sincerely. You should... more travel advice

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Maillekeul Sep 16, 2003 at 10:08 AM

Seems to be a wondeful country ! I will visit it in a month or so !
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utttz Aug 15, 2003 at 11:00 AM

going tomorrow :-)
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eeyan Jun 29, 2003 at 5:20 AM

Fully agree with your comments about the hardships endured by the miners. The mine tour is a must do
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Cool-123 Jun 24, 2003 at 2:39 AM

Very impressive! I always think the living standard here is a little bit like in China especially in the remote areas, no schools, no doctors, etc.
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shdw100 Apr 23, 2003 at 8:16 AM

Very accurate observations about the people being poor, but no complaining. I think that everyone should have a trip to the mines to see just how fortunate they are. Excellent observations.
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CliffClaven Mar 10, 2003 at 6:15 AM

Highest town in the world, isn't it?
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pepples46 Feb 18, 2003 at 1:15 PM

tanx to refresh my memories......lovely page!!
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zumodemango Feb 12, 2003 at 1:02 PM

Potosí must be wonderful, so high and cold!!!. I'd like to see the markets there!
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lotharlerch Jan 14, 2003 at 3:50 AM

brings nice memories back. I gave the Tio some coca leaves, too-
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cbeaujean Jan 6, 2003 at 7:32 AM

one of the richest towns in spanish old times...today a wonderful "tragic" city!