Mineral de Pozos

The historic settlement contains numerous abandoned colonial buildings, mining structures, and underground tunnels spread across the high-altitude desert landscape.

During its peak in the late 1800s, the town employed 50,000 miners in its silver and gold operations before flooding in 1938 led to closure.

The designation as Pueblo Mágico in 2012 recognizes the town's architectural heritage, with local artisans maintaining traditional crafts in restored colonial buildings.

Visitors can access guided tours of former mining sites, explore historical structures, and find accommodation options ranging from basic hostels to restored mansions.

Underground water flooded all mining galleries and tunnels in 1938, resulting in the complete abandonment of mining activities and population decrease.

Location: San Luis de la Paz Municipality

Elevation above the sea: 2,217 m

Website: http://www.mineraldepozos.com.mx

Website: http://mineraldepozos.com.mx

GPS coordinates: 21.22194,-100.49556

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:44