The Portland Underground is is an archeological dig. The tunnels being a series of ""connected basements"" does not surprise me. With all the changes over the years, I'm amazed that anything remains of the notorious labyrinth. When I went, it was overcrowded--a bit frustrating but tolerable. However, what I found intolerable was the behavior of some of the tourists. Many were heckling, banging on pipes to get a rise, and wandering around intoxicated and loud. They made it difficult for everyone else. You get out of the tour what you put into it. If you go in closed minded or with mischief in your heart, you will feel disappointed. But going in with curiosity and appreciation of Portland's history yields many treasures. The CGS has no control over the layout of the dig and tunnels; that's the whole point. It is what it is.
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