Potosi is one of the highest altitude cities in the world, at 4090 metre above sea level. Potosi is known for Cerro Rico, the rich mountain. It was once the silver supplier of the New World Spanish Empire. The mountain used to be a lot higher than it is now, but since the exploitation, the mountain's height reduced. Till now, there are still miners working in the mountains to earn a living. They work long shifts and in terrible conditions that cause them to become sick and die at a premature age. The people do not have a choice but to work at the mines to provide for their family, they know they will sacrifice their life but they have no choice. What I learn from briefly visiting this place: cherish everything, be grateful, be kind to others and never forget the heartache feelings I felt on the day at Potosi.
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| Bolivia is a land of richness. |
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| Long bus rides to the next destination. |
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