Chollar Mine Tour - A Glimpse into the Golden Age of Virginia City Recommended by locals, I made my way to the Chollar Mine, once the 5th largest mine during the 19th-century Gold Rush era. In...
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Chollar Mine Tours offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich geological and cultural history of the famous Comstock Lode through historic mine tours in Virginia City, NV. Visitors can delve deep underground to witness firsthand how the miners of the Gold Rush era extracted the wealth that shaped Virginia City's legacy.
Established in 1859, the Chollar Mine, later known as the Chollar-Potosi, was a significant producer on the Comstock, yielding a staggering $17 million in gold and silver over 80 years. Guided tours provide insights into the construction of the mines, the geological significance of the rocks, and the experiences of the miners who toiled within these historic tunnels.
Featured on Travel Channel's "Ghost Adventures," Chollar Mine Tours also caters to paranormal enthusiasts intrigued by the mine's eerie past. From square-set timbering to silver ore displays, the half-hour guided tour offers a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of those who sought their fortunes in the depths of Virginia City.
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Teaching them young. Introducing hard work and giving JP the idea what his papa, our "gold digger," does for a living. Although Andreas' background is engineering and managing a pit mine, we want...
Completely awesome! If you want to learn about the Virginia City mines this is the place to go. This is the only real remaining mine that you can actually tour. The owner is very knowledgeable...
Ok gonna state some facts first. I'm Claustrophobic I'm 6'1 Did my research (expectations vs reality) I just got back from VC and was so excited to check out this amazing little town. Ok...
Excellent experience! We enjoyed the tour very much, worth the money for sure. Very safe and clean. Best tour guide as well!!
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