Laguna San Ildefonso

Places of Interest

Khari Khari Lakes

Reservoir

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The Khari Khari Lakes are two closely connected artificial lakes, San Ildefonso and San Pablo situated in the Khari Khari mountain range of Bolivia. The lakes lie about 8 km east of Potosí in the Potosí Department, Tomás Frías Province, Potosí Municipality, northeast of the lakes named San Sebastián and Planilla which are also artificial lakes.

Cerro Rico

Peak

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Cerro Rico, also known as Cerro Potosí or Sumaq Urqu; is a mountain in the Andes near the Bolivian city of Potosí. Cerro Rico—popularly conceived as being "made of" silver ore—is famous for having provided vast quantities of silver to the Spanish Empire, most of which was shipped to metropolitan Spain. Cerro Rico is situated 4 km southwest of Laguna San Ildefonso.

Cathedral Basilica of Potosí

Church

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The Cathedral of Villa Imperial de Potosí or Cathedral of Potosí, the official name is Cathedral Basilica of Nuestra Señora de La Paz is a minor basilica and cathedral with baroque and neoclassical colonial influence. Cathedral Basilica of Potosí is situated 4 km west of Laguna San Ildefonso.

Places in the Area

Potosí

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Potosí, at around 4,000 metres, is one of the world's highest large cities. It is located in the Potosí Department of Bolivia. The wealthy history of Potosí is reflected in the narrow streets, colonial mansions and the many churches, which make the city a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Laguna San Ildefonso

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Localities in the Area

Notable Places Nearby

Curious Lakes to Discover

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