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Keilambete Rd
Rubyvale QLD 4702
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Set in the heart of the
Sapphire Gemfields. Rubyvale's
sapphire mining dates back to 1891.
The
Sapphire Gemfields is one of the world’s largest
sapphire fields, and takes in the townships of
Anakie, Rubyvale,
Sapphire and Willows
Gemfields.
Take an underground
mine tour where you'll be able to enjoy cooler temperatures as
well as a lesson in
sapphire mining. Explore the tunnels with your guide before trying your luck at one of several
fossicking parks found near to the town. Thankfully at these parks the staff have already done the digging for you - so all that's left to do is grab a bucket and start sieving. Whether you get lucky or not, you should definitely treat yourself to a meal and a beer at the local pub before heading to your next destination.
Made from 'billy boulders' and ironbark logs, the Rubyvale Hotel is a quirky place worth checking out. For something a little wacky, visit the nearby Thong Tree (feel free to add your own broken plugger) or get a photo of the Tellembuggerem road
sign.
Each year in August the annual Gemfest - 'Festival of Gems' is held at
Anakie in the
Sapphire Gemfields.