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Biking, Mineral Belt Trail through the historic mining district of Leadville active at the turn of the century, Colorado, USA. Royalty Free Stock Photo

Mineral Belt Trail through the historic mining district of Leadville active at the turn of the century, Colorado, USA. Royalty Free Stock Photo

Mineral Belt Trail through the historic mining district of Leadville active at the turn of the century, Colorado, USA.

Leadville, Colorado A former major mining district in the Colorado Mineral Belt that was once the state's most productive silver-mining district. The district is home to one of the world's largest lead-zinc-silver deposits. Leadville's rich mining history is a major part of its popularity as a tourist destination. Visitors can explore historic mines, such as the Matchless Mine, which was one of the richest silver mines of the American West.