United States Utah Corinne
Golden Spike National Historical Park
A historic site marking the completion of the first Transcontinental Railroad where the final spike was driven in 1869.
- 6200 N 22300 W
- (435) 471-2209
- http://www.nps.gov/gosp/index.htm
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Train lovers, unite! Or, come visit Golden Spike National Historical Park, at least. This spot in Promontory Summit, Utah (just outside of SLC) was where the "Last Spike" was placed to complete the Transcontinental Railroad. This changed the American West forever and pushed Salt Lake City into its boomtown years. Nowadays, come for the views and the historical steam engines!
amy.mac 1 year ago
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Top Historical Sites and Landmarks in Salt Lake City
amy.mac (Amy McMahon) Salt Lake City, Utah's capital, is full of important and iconic historical landmarks. The city was established by Mormon pioneers in 1847, who went to build a city full of beautiful temples and memorials. Even if you're not a member of the LDS church, though, as the Crossroads of the West, Salt Lake has plenty of other worthwhile historical monuments scattered throughout the city and surrounding region. Whether you want to see temples or churches, historical houses or original farms, there's something for you to see in Salt Lake City!