Bodie, A Glimpse into America's Preserved Ghost Town

Bodhi, located east of the Sierra Nevada in California, was established in 1859 as a gold mining village. At its peak, it had nearly 2000 buildings, but now only 200 remain in a state of arrested decay. Bodhi is recognized as one of the most well-preserved ghost towns in America.

Where is Bodhi located?

• West of the Sierra Nevada mountain range

• East of the Sierra Nevada mountain range

• North of the Sierra Nevada mountain range

• South of the Sierra Nevada mountain range

In which year was Bodhi established as a gold mining village?

• 1869

• 1879

• 1849

• 1859

Approximately how many buildings were in Bodhi at its peak?

• 2000

• 1500

• 1000

• 500

How many buildings remain in Bodhi today?

• 300

• 200

• 100

• 400

What is Bodhi known for today?

• One of the most well-preserved ghost towns in America

• A popular ski resort

• A bustling gold mining town

• A modern city