Lípez Orco

Lípez Orco is a locality in , and has an elevation of 3,975 metres. Lípez Orco is situated nearby to the neighborhood , as well as near the area .

Places of Interest

Highlights include Cerro Rico.

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, also known as Cerro Potosí or Sumaq Urqu; is a mountain in the near the city of . 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. is situated 3½ km east of Lípez Orco.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Potosí.

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

Lípez Orco

Latitude
-19.61667° or 19° 37′ south
Longitude
-65.78333° or 65° 47′ west
Elevation
3,975 metres (13,041 feet)
Open location code
57GP96M8+8M
Geo­Names ID
3911475
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