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| Potosi Travel Guide for backpackers |
| Make sure you are prepared for the chilly weather here before you embark on an adventure like this, even in the sunlight; there is still a big chill in the air. Back in the 17th century, this city used to hold the title of being one of the richest cities in the world. That is thanks to the Cerro Rico (meaning the rich hills) it has been said that if you had to put all the silver mined from the hills together, you could build a bridge from Potosi all the way to Madrid and if you had to pile all the bones of the lost lives from the hill, you could build one coming back as well. |
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 DAILY BUDGET in POTOSI - Try spending your night in a tent camping and starting a fire to cook your own meals, not only is this an amazing experience but also a great way to save money on your trip. If you prefer to be in motel it will cost about US$7-18 and your food will be about US$3-7 making your living costs a day US$35. |
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Convento y Templo "San Francisco" de Potosi - Dating back to 1708, this beautiful churches a perfect example of 16th century architecture and houses a bloody figure of the Imágen del Señor de la Cruz, which is one of the oldest religious figures in the whole of Bolivia. You will also be treated to some of the most incredibly constructed catacombs.
Museo Sacro Jerusalen - on Avenida Camacho at the corner of Avenida del Maestro, this is not only a church but a museum as well and houses some of the best paintings by Melchor Perez de Holguin.
Casa Nacional de la Moneda - This museums clears up all questions about the history of Polosi and has 20 different galleries and the finest collection of religious art in the Americas
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Restaurant "El Meson" - Housed in an old bookstore in a colonial-style building, they serve dishes like pasta, filet mignon, and pineapple chicken. Eating in this particular restaurant takes you back in time, on a trip that you and only you will experience.
Restaurant Cafe Museo San Marcos - Chicken, fish, pasta and a dish of llama meat served in a light butter sauce, with a touch of lemon and mint, try it for yourself. It has been set up in an old mineral refinery with stonewalls and huge windows.
Cafe Den Danske Located at the corner of Quijarro and Matos - Brilliant atmosphere and friendly service, great tasting food such as Thai curry and vegetarian lasagne. There are only 5 tables in the whole place, so get there early.
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T.K. at 7 Junin Street, this pub cum disco is about the most popular spot in town, but women might find too much unwanted attention.
Chicherias - little white flags indicate you have found purveyors of local moonshine, known as ‘chicha', served in a bucket and drunk from the shell of a nut. Try it out for the experience.
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