Cave and Basin National Historic Site

historic site in Alberta
#55 in Alberta / #331 in Canada
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by Olivier Bruchez
/ CC BY-SA 2.0

Cave and Basin National Historic Site, located in Banff, Alberta, Canada, is a significant cultural and natural landmark. It marks the birthplace of Canada's national parks system, established in 1885. The site features natural thermal mineral springs that were historically used by Indigenous peoples before being discovered by railway workers. Visitors today can explore the cave with its warm, mineral-rich waters, and learn about the area's history through interpretive exhibits and guided tours.


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