Is it possible to travel to Mali to mine gold?
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I am interested in traveling to Mali for a historical/pleasure trip, but I was also wondering if it was possible to “mine” gold there, and the gold-buying opportunities Mali provides. My questions:
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I am interested in traveling to Mali for a historical/pleasure trip, but I was also wondering if it was possible to “mine” gold there, and the gold-buying opportunities Mali provides. My questions:
Is it possible to visit local gold fields and personally dig or pan for gold?
Is it possible to travel to markets and purchase gold in bulk or in jewelry? If so, what are the prices?
Any other travel information on Mali would be greatly appreciated.
May 5th, 2010 at 6:00 am
Well theres a great tour guide named Jawanda that kidnapps people and puts them in his van at the airport sell and to fund one of the many revolutions.For a days food he’ll show you the town and for 50,000 gold he wont show you his machette! james p
May 8th, 2010 at 7:24 am
The Mali Empire in Africa was famed throughout the old world for its large amounts of gold. Mansa Musa, ruler of the empire (1312–1337) became famous throughout the old world for his great hajj to Mecca in 1324. When he passed through Cairo in July 1324, he was reportedly accompanied by a camel train that included thousands of people and nearly a hundred camels. He gave away so much gold that it depressed the price in Egypt for over a decade.
other countries that have gold are South Africa and Congo, 2live Crew
May 10th, 2010 at 2:11 am
Many countries in Africa have gold and usually sell it cheaper than you can buy it here. I don’t think people would take kindly to a foreigner panning for gold. I’m sure there are some organizations, companies, or individuals who look after gold reserves. I suggest you settle on buying it in the stores. Remember, you should haggle (a customary thing to do in Africa and the Middle East). Autumn