History of Titiribi

The rich deposits of gold found above vein, produced new and fast migration to the city in search of the desired metal, bringing new cultures pernearon existence, is how in the year 1746 the first gold mine was discovered in the the creek behind these fakes the shot and they were doing so appreciated successive metal findings. Being one of the famous mines the Zancudo, which led to a bench with your back.



Although the lower Titiribí was very rich in gold deposits and abundant hunting and fishing so that very little had been inhabited by the indigenous, because of some mild weather, or for fear of attacks from their enemies who lived in the upper parts. In advantageous strategic position these natives lived in wooden palisades or sources, there are still vestiges of these houses in a place called Palenque.



The tribes inhabiting this region preference in the hills surrounding the town: The Micos, the Morro, the Retiro, the Otramina, it appears that the cacique Titiribí inhabited what is now the farm the Monkeys.



The miners in the region over time viewed their work hampered by lack of technology, what caused a gradual closing them.



It is important to note some dates that would give rise to institutions, symbols and points of convergence that would witness a culture such as in the year 1775, was founded the vice-parish of Our Lady of