Things to do in  Potosí

On the way to the iconic Salar de Uyuni salt flats, the Llama and Salt Museum (Museo de la Llama y la Sal) does what it says on the tin. Inside, you’ll find a small yet charming collection of llama statues and hand-carved sculptures, many of which are made from salt harvested from nearby flats.

Famous for the immense amounts of silver mined from within it, Cerro Rico is an important mountain on the outskirts of Potosi. This still-active mine has long been a vital resource for the country of Bolivia and even earned its way onto the country’s flag, showing just how important Cerro Rico is as a cultural and historical landmark.

Hailed as one of South America’s best museums, the National Mint of Bolivia (Casa Nacional de la Moneda) should be at the top of your Potosi sightseeing itinerary. Only accessible on a guided tour, the 18th-century museum traces the history of Spanish silver, the world’s first global currency.