Abra Apacheta

Abra Apacheta is a pass in , and has an elevation of 4,429 metres. Abra Apacheta is situated nearby to the locality , as well as near .

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 4 km northwest of Abra Apacheta.

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.

Abra Apacheta

Latitude
-19.65° or 19° 39′ south
Longitude
-65.73333° or 65° 44′ west
Elevation
4,429 metres (14,531 feet)
Open location code
57GP87X8+XM
Geo­Names ID
3923840
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