America’s Old West! - Virginia City Near Reno, Nevada (The Silver State)

The old mining town of Virginia City, Nevada is just over 25 miles from the city of Reno. When you visit Virginia City you step back in time to the 1800s and the days of the silver and gold rush days.
The city was developed in 1859 after the discovery of the Comstock Lode, the first major silver deposit in the USA.
Nevada is officially known as the "Silver State" because of the importance of silver to its history and economy.
I visit the Chollar gold and silver Mine which was first staked in 1859, it’s meant to be haunted like a number of old sites around the city.
Zak Bagans and his fellow ghost hunters visited the Chollar Mine to investigate the alleged paranormal activity
Mark Twain was based in Virginia City at the Territorial Enterprise newspaper back in 1863.
‘Exploring Virginia City, Nevada - Filmed November 2022
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[@flydriveexplore]

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[@lizardchavez2689]

Oh! There's so much intereting history in that little town. Brother, you didn't even scratch the top. I love it there. The two times I've been there have left me wanting more if it's wonder. Silly question, did you come across the Donkey with his Prospector? Lol! I don't know who's meaner of the two! Safe travels!

[@flydriveexplore]

Yes, there was far more to see. No, I didn't see the prospector. It was a relatively quiet day when I visited. Glad I took the drive out from Reno.

[@geoffisaac3511]

Thanks Marcus for the videos of the USA last time we were in Virginia City was 2002 glad it hasn't changed . After doing 5 fly and drive where we fancied going we are a little bit old now consider doing them now so your videos are a breath of fresh air thanks again

[@flydriveexplore]

Thank you very much for watching and glad you enjoyed

[@williamjones6031]

Love VC. I go to Carson City from time to time for gas. It's about 30c per gallon less than Washoe county. I drive through for the eye candy. Absolutely check out as much as you can. The museum is a must see at least once.

[@budblue4873]

I just can't believe that the American Flats is no longer standing got a lot of memories out there over 25 years of memories at the American flag

[@michellebruce5092]

Hi Marcus, Awesome live view video. I enjoyed it. Can't wait to see more soon. Have a great day greetings from Canada 😀

[@monsieurbono]

I love Reno in the winter, but it is kind of a ghost town. Where are you spending Christmas? You mentioned Mark Twain, perhaps come to see the Big Trees in Calaveras, they are wonderful! The frog jump is in May so that is a ways off.

[@flydriveexplore]

I'm back home for Christmas in Wales. I have to go back next year as I was intending to visit Lake Tahoe as well.

[@monsieurbono]

@@flydriveexplore The west is full of contrasts like the high desert around Reno and then mountains of forests, but you could just drive for days and never see it all. Good you made it back safe.

[@mimichaelbscholasticamm609]

The bloody marys at bucket of blood saloon made my day in Virginia city!! Yum

[@lizardchavez2689]

Come find Snoopy in Santa Rosa, CA. You'll love it and the ☕ from A'roma Roasters.

[@BasicBeachCommunity1]

I like how you include part of the drive that's really fun...

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks, amazing scenery with snow on the hills. The area is 6000 feet above sea level.

[@BasicBeachCommunity1]

@@flydriveexplore My brother used to tinker around by the mines and the railroads out there but I never heard of this town looks amazing

[@pauljones1350]

Wow Marcus you’ve hired a pick-up truck for the trail and your a new stranger in town it’s ok though your friendly the kid(the kid from porthcawl

[@flydriveexplore]

Yep, a stranger rode into town. 🤠

[@lyndonowen8525]

There's a self service launderette in Porthcall Long way to do your smalls

[@BasicBeachCommunity1]

I noticed on the map you aren't too far from Carson city....(famous old silver mint) and lake tahoe...

[@flydriveexplore]

I was going to stay in Lake Tahoe with Mel but as she couldn't make it I stayed in Reno instead.

[@BasicBeachCommunity1]

@@flydriveexplore sounds like a good plan . Tahoe . That side of the state has some real natural beauty from Yosemite up to Mammoth lakes as well... Good choice

[@morticialilas3229]

Thank you for your fab video,looks like your missing Mel driving all alone there.I was married in Reno in the 1990s 2 the hot blond bassist in the band Cinderella in a wedding chapel but i cant say incase Sebastian Bach@Skid Row is reading so in 3 days i will delete this comment. Lavina.(Giles Carls sister)

[@BasicBeachCommunity1]

NV wasn't even a state til 1864, after 1848 being taken from MX

[@flydriveexplore]

I forget how relatively new some of the states are. I grew up in a house older than 1864.

[@BasicBeachCommunity1]

@@flydriveexplore You're so right... That's what I miss is seeing the history in Europe and other places. The architecture as well. People have different perspectives on the world which is always good to broaden my own viewpoint.

[@j.j.leganeur3184]

Sorry, you did not like Reno. It's a small city, having everything with lots of gambling. It also has Truckee River, a small river with lots of rocks in it. People who live near an ocean would likely laugh their heads off, while looking at it. Lake Tahoe is a much nicer resort area, with a beautiful huge fresh water lake.

[@flydriveexplore]

I was planning to go to Lake Tahoe but didn't have the time. I'll go with Mel next time.