Potosí
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Potosí, historically known as Villa Imperial de Potosí, serves as the capital of the Potosí Department in Bolivia. Founded in 1545 after the discovery of Cerro Rico's silver, it rapidly grew into a significant colonial city. Its historic center and Cerro Rico are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Statistics
Area
118.22 km²
Population
189,652