Barkerville - a B.C. Heritage Site
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In 1862, Billy Barker found gold on Williams Creek - a discovery that started a rush of fortune seekers from all over the world. Between 1862 and 1870 over 100,000 people travelled the Cariboo Wagon Road, named the eighth wonder of the world, converging on the goldfields, and the boomtown called Barkerville. In its heyday, this was the largest city west of Chicago and north of San Francisco! Today, Barkerville remains a town of discovery, a unique streetscape with over 125 heritage buildings, live theatre and unique shops with Victorian era merchants. Enjoy the virtual slideshow visit!
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