Craigdarroch Castle
Posted by: Ama&Papa
N 48° 25.347 W 123° 20.623
10U E 474570 N 5363312
A coal magnate named Dunsmuir built this castle as a residence about 1890.
Waymark Code: WM3WX
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 11/18/2005
Views: 67
Craigdarroch is one of Victoria's prime tourist attractions and well worth a visit. Rising 87 stairs up through the 4 1/2 stories, there are 39 rooms, most of which are furnished lavishly in the 1890s–1900s period. With over 20,000 square feet of space, the house and gardens are being restored exactly as they were originally built, and you will find artisans working on restorations most days. Step back in time and experience the life and times of the very rich and famous.
If you visit on a Friday morning, Ama works there as a docent. Say hi if you see "Joan" and ask if she's done any caching lately.
Accessibility: Full access
Condition: Intact
Admission Charge?: yes
Website: [Web Link]
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