Golden, Mountain village in Columbia-Shuswap Regional District, Canada.
Golden stands at the meeting point of the Kicking Horse and Columbia Rivers, surrounded by mountains at an elevation of 800 meters in British Columbia.
The village gained official status in 1957 and developed alongside the Canadian Pacific Railway, which influenced the regional growth and transportation networks.
The region preserves the heritage of Indigenous peoples and European settlers through local exhibitions, festivals, and community gatherings throughout the seasons.
Visitors access Golden through major highways, with multiple accommodations, dining establishments, and outdoor equipment rental services available throughout the village.
The village functions as an entry point to multiple ski destinations and national parks, offering year-round recreational opportunities in the Canadian Rockies.
Location: Columbia-Shuswap Regional District
Inception: 1957
Elevation above the sea: 800 m
Website: https://www.golden.ca/
Website: https://golden.ca
GPS coordinates: 51.30190,-116.96700
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:36
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