The little town that's the only place where you can legally buy dynamite

Astha Saxena - Express - 11/03
Dynamite is commonly sold as part of these tours because visitors often buy it as a gift for the miners.

A little town in South America famous for its silver mines is the only place in the world where you are legally allowed to buy dynamite. Potosí, a town in Bolivia, offers dynamite over the counter, and tourists and miners can purchase it at just £1.45.

In this historic mining town, tourists can purchase dynamite from local vendors in the mining market, just as local miners do.  This is part of the Cerro Rico mine tours, which take visitors deep into the mountain to witness the harsh conditions ...
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