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The Rich Quick-Silver Ore
The quick-silver ore of this mine is the richest I have ever seen. Normally, it contains half quick-silver, meaning that in two parts of...
The Importance of the Quicksilver Mines
The most remarkable feature of this town is its quicksilver mines. These mines are very well known in the nearby regions and are extremely...
The Sea the Lake and the Rivers
The sea nearest to this lake is called the Sinus Tergejlinus and the Sinus Flanaticus, which are also known as the Gulf of Trieste...
Journey from Chremnitz to Newsol
After I had spent a few days seeing the most remarkable sights and curiosities of Chremnitz, I decided to travel to Newsol. My journey...
The Vitriol Mine Near the Gold Mine
There is a vitriol mine in the hills near the gold mine, and it goes down to a depth of about eighty fathoms. The...
Accidents Caused by Dangerous Damps
I was told by the miners that, in former times, a very sad accident happened in the mine because of strong and poisonous damps,...
Avoiding Offense While Traveling
I asked my companion where I might relieve myself without giving offense. At first, he answered me in a rough and grumbling manner, as...
The Use of Tobacco among the Turks
In all the countries through which I traveled, I observed that the Turks made great use of tobacco. Many of them carried small bags...
Conversations with the Chiauses
I took great pleasure in speaking with the Chiauses, especially those who were older men. They were usually well educated by experience, spoke several...
A Natural Gate Through the Rocks
Our journey led us through a remarkable passage cut directly through the rocks, shaped like a great natural gate. A small river also flowed...
