Kimberley:
Once a prosperous mining town, the city of Kimberley is quickly changing
its main industry to tourism. With the development of North Star Mountain
and its excellent conditions at 1300m (4,265 ft.) it has much to offer
visitors.
Cominco
Gardens:
This beautifully landscaped flower garden and teahouse may be reached
by a footpath from the downtown 'platzl' (plaza).
Bavarian
City Mining Railway:
The authentic train used in underground mining takes you on a 2.5 km scenic
tour.
28 km (14miles)
north of Kimberley Highway 95A joins Highway 93 coming from Fort Steele.
Turn north on Highway 93/95 to Golden.
Fort
Steele Heritage Town:
Located on Highway 93, north of the Highway 93/95 Junction, above Kootenay
River is Fort Steele. The restoration of this historic site began in 1961.
Visitors may view over 50 restored buildings and replicas in the area.
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