Ric Francis
Golden Slum: Golden Slum

Golden Slum, La Rinconada, Peru
La Rinconada has no running water, no sewage system and its grounds are contaminated by mercury used to separate rock from gold. Unpaved streets provide transit for stench-filled mud.
La Rinconada has no running water, no sewage system and its grounds are contaminated by mercury used to separate rock from gold. Unpaved streets provide transit for stench-filled mud.
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