When gold was discovered in the Fraser Canyon during 1857, over 30,000 gold miners hiked the goldfields, normally passing through the Chilliwack area in their travels. This resulted in its expansion, and steamboat landings on the Fraser River known as Chilliwack landing, Sumas Landing, and Miller's Landing likewise contributed to Chilliwack's development. Chilliwack was incorporated during the year 1873, making it the 3rd municipality within British Columbia.
The city of Chilliwack has many attractions to choose from. The Minter Gardens has wonderful tulips which are imported from Holland. There are also about 100,000 rhododendrons which provide lovely scenery in the cedar trees and rock wall terraces...