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HISTORY
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The Grand Imperial Hotel is infused with
turn-of-the century history from Silverton's colorful era as a
mining boom town. Built in the late 1800's, The GI (as
locals fondly call it) is famous all over the world as the
social center of the mining days. There is a bullet
lodged in the wall of our establishment that bears witness to
a wilder time. The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge
Railway, a throwback to the bygone days of steam trains and
train robberies, stops just a block from our front door.
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San Juan County is home to many scenic
and historic mining areas. Hundreds of sites are
accessible by jeep, hiking and walking. To learn more
about Silverton's history, drop by the Silverton Museum when
you are in town!
Historic Train Photo by
Kathryn Retzler |
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