{"id":2932,"date":"2024-02-28T18:12:58","date_gmt":"2024-02-28T17:12:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paramerasibericas.com\/?post_type=citadela-item&p=2932"},"modified":"2024-08-08T16:01:45","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T14:01:45","slug":"mina-de-la-estrella","status":"publish","type":"citadela-item","link":"https:\/\/paramerasibericas.com\/en\/item\/mina-de-la-estrella\/","title":{"rendered":"La Estrella Mine"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The La Estrella Mine, located at the foot of the Cerro Majadillas in Pardos<\/strong>, Guadalajara, offers a fascinating window into the region's mining past. Although the mine is inactive, its remains and the mineral wealth of the area make it a unique destination for lovers of history, geology and nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the footsteps of the past<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The La Estrella mine, originally known as La Platilla, dates back to the 17th century <\/strong>and was exploited mainly for its content of copper and silver.<\/strong> In its heyday, in the mid-19th century, the mine contributed to the economic boom of the area and was part of a group of active mines in the region, including those of Hiendelaencina<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exploring mineral wealth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Visitors to the La Estrella Mine can observe various outcrops of minerals such as bornite, chalcopyrite, cubanite, tetrahedrite, azurite, malachite, pyrite, cervantite, goethite, hematite, pyrolusite, calcite and quartz<\/strong>. The azurite from this mine is especially appreciated by collectors for its vivid colors and unique hues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A tour of mining heritage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The remains of the mine, including buildings and waste dumps, offer a unique opportunity to understand the mining techniques of the past. However, it is important to exercise caution when exploring the area, as some buildings are at risk of collapse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommendations for the visitor:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n