The silver-mining city of Cerro Rico above 4,000m — once the wealthiest place on earth, now UNESCO-protected.
Potosí is the world's highest historical city at 4,090m — UNESCO World Heritage. Cerro Rico mine produced half the world's silver in the 16th and 17th centuries. The mine tour is one of the rawest and most honest experiences in travel.
150K
visitors/year
Best time to visit
May–October — dry season; temperature cool year-round due to altitude
Top sights & experiences
- ⛏️ Cerro Rico Mine Tour
- 🏛️ Casa Nacional de Moneda
- ⛪ Colonial Churches
- 🏘️ Artisans Quarter
- 🌅 Sunset at 4,090m
- 🏊 Tarapaya Hot Springs
Perfect for
HistoryAdventureCulture
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