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Into the Hell of the Potosi Mines S2/E6
13 December 2024 · 5 min · 2K views · Potosi Mines
What this video covers
Max and Claire tour the silver mines of Potosi, Bolivia, accompanied by a local guide.Watch Before entering the tunnels, they purchase gifts for the miners, including energy drinks and coca leaves.0:21 The tour requires specialized safety equipment, including helmets, boots, and protective clothing.0:39 Inside the mine, the guide explains the working conditions, which resemble 19th-century industrial practices, and the local traditions surrounding Tio, a deity represented by a statue to whom miners offer coca, cigarettes, and 95-percent-proof alcohol to ensure safety and wealth.2:40 The tunnels feature low ceilings supported by wooden beams and reach depths of up to 200 meters.4:24 During the visit, Claire experiences a brief episode of malaise and exits the mine before returning to complete the tour.2:14 The experience prompts a reflection on the ethics of mine tourism, though the miners appear appreciative of the donations provided by visitors.4:49
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