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Boca del Infierno

mineshaft, Guanajuato, Mexico
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The Boca del Infierno, or "Mouth of Hell," is a mineshaft located in Guanajuato, Mexico. This significant pit, approximately 2,000 feet (600 meters) deep, was part of Guanajuato's rich silver-mining history, which began in the 16th century. The city of Guanajuato, situated on the Mesa Central, was a major silver-mining center, with its Veta Madre lode described as the world's richest. The historic center of Guanajuato and its adjacent colonial-era mines, including the Boca del Infierno, were collectively designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1988.12

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