Iain Stewart Silver Mining in Bolivia

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pwhole
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12 years ago

Last night on Rise of the Continents: Iain Stewart exploring a Bolivian Silver mine - with the aid of high-grade alcohol and coca leaves - can't be bad.

We couldn't manage that for his Peak Cavern trip, but I think some instant coffee was available ;)

About 34 mins in...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b0368kb2/Rise_of_the_Continents_The_Americas/

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droid
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12 years ago

Aubrey manning went down the same mine in 'Earth Story'.

mcrtchly
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12 years ago

I visited the mine at Cerro Rico in Potosi last month. Great place to visit but dangerous. I been down lots of working mines but this was the worst I've seen. Most labour was by hand, including the the drilling. Very hot (40 degrees C), dusty and humid - all at 4,500m altitude. Best bit is buying presents for the miners beforehand including high explosive, fuse and ANFO for USD$2.

http://www.aditnow.co.uk/album/Cerro-Rico-Silver-Mine-User-Album/?uid=242

pwhole
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12 years ago

Looks good fun, nevertheless. Though I notice no bulges in the mouths of the visitors this time? 😉