The Unveiled Gold Rush

It was in the 19th century that one of the most famous adventures of the modern world began: the gold rush. Thousands of people have migrated from one country to another in search of this wealth underground. Walk in the footsteps of former travelers, pickaxe in hand. Or not!

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It was in the 19th century that one of the most famous adventures of the modern world began: the gold rush. Thousands of people have migrated from one country to another in search of this wealth underground. Walk in the footsteps of former travelers, pickaxe in hand. Or not!

Start your trip in the most symbolic region of this period: California, in the United States and then precisely in Sutter's Mill when gold nuggets were discovered. You'll have the opportunity to visit the town of Coloma to learn about the remnants of the past with a guided tour of Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. You will discover demonstrations of gold mining techniques, which will take you on a journey through an emotional past!

13,000 km away is Ballarat National Park in Victoria, Australia. In the land of kangaroos, many will teach you more about the different ways to extract gold from the old gold mines that have emerged. Please put down your suitcases for an immersive experience exploring the underground tunnels of the mine, and it is even possible to leave with its gold nugget.

Finally, head to Canada in North America in Dawson City, which has preserved and restored several infrastructures of the time, such as historic buildings and cobbled streets. A guaranteed change of scenery upon arrival with Klondike Gold Rush National Park or exhibits and museums can be visited and observed to learn more about the history of the gold rush in this mythical place.

Around the world, from South Africa to Alaska to New Zealand, several places have been or still are gold mining areas, most of which are accessible to budding adventurers. The Gold Rush marked the world's history and changed how we travel.
History buffs can explore these areas and discover the remains to immerse themselves in this exciting time, learn about the challenges miners face, and discover how this quest for wealth left a lasting imprint on local communities.
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