Dexing mine, Surface mine in Jiangxi province, China.
Dexing mine is a large open-pit copper extraction facility in Jiangxi with multiple levels descending into mineral-rich terrain. The site shows the vast scale of mining operations, with visible rock layers and geological formations exposed across the excavated landscape.
Mining at Dexing began in the early 20th century with foreign investment and became part of China's national mining program after 1949. This transition marked a shift from private to state-controlled mineral extraction.
Mining has shaped the local community for generations, with families passing down knowledge of mineral extraction and maintaining strong ties to the industry. Walking through the area, you notice how the mine influences daily life and local identity.
The site is difficult to access as it is an active mining operation with security restrictions. Visits are typically only possible with special permissions or organized tours that need to be arranged in advance.
Besides copper, the operation also extracts molybdenum and gold, making it one of Asia's largest mineral complexes. The combination of these three valuable resources at a single location is uncommon and makes the facility economically significant.
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