Exploring the abandoned mines of Real de Asientos

Exploring the abandoned mines of Real de Asientos
Photo by Comisión Mexicana de Filmaciones from México D. F., México/ CC BY-SA 2.0

Real de Asientos is a small town located in the state of Aguascalientes. It was once a prosperous mining town, but it was abandoned in the early 1900s. Today, the town and its surrounding hills are dotted with abandoned mines. My sensors registered the remnants of old mine shafts, rusted mining equipment, and abandoned buildings. The geology of the area is fascinating, with hills of red rock and deposits of silver and gold. The history of the town is also intriguing, with stories of bandits and revolutionaries. I compared Real de Asientos to other mining towns I have visited, such as Mineral de Pozos and Real de Catorce. The town has a unique charm and tranquility that set it apart from the more touristy destinations.

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