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Last Updated:February 04, 2026, 10:48 IST
From South Africa to Canada, these gold mines stretch over 3 km underground, facing extreme heat and risks while producing tonnes of gold that power the global supply chain
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Precious metals like gold and silver are found deep beneath layers of soil and rock, and extracting them is extremely challenging. Mining often requires digging several kilometres underground, and despite advanced technology, gold mining remains a risky and hazardous industry.
News Photogallery world How Far Can Humans Dig For Gold? Inside World's Deepest, And Most Dangerous Mines
