Silverton, Mining settlement in Unincorporated Area of New South Wales, Australia
Silverton is an old mining settlement about 26 kilometers northwest of Broken Hill in New South Wales. The town retains original buildings including a hotel, jail, and several art galleries that visitors can explore today.
The settlement grew rapidly after silver was discovered in 1875, expanding into a substantial community. When richer deposits were later found in Broken Hill, the town lost its importance and shrank.
The town draws artists and filmmakers who work here and shoot scenes in its streets. It remains an active meeting place for creative people drawn to the location's character and historic buildings.
The main buildings and galleries are clustered together and easy to explore on foot. Visitors should note that most facilities have limited opening hours and may close on certain days.
The local cemetery documents the history of this mining community through hundreds of graves representing different populations. The gravestones tell the stories of ordinary people who lived and worked here.
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