Monument Valley, Iconic red rock loop: From a distance the rugged sandstone formations of Monument Valley look like a prehistoric fortress a huddled mass of red and gold protecting ancient secrets. But as you drive closer individual buttes and craggy formations break from the pack luring you closer with sun reflected beauty and unusual shapes.
The closest town to Monument Valley is Kayenta a cluster of gas stations motels and restaurants at the junction of Hwys 160 and 163 Like Monument Valley Kayenta is part of the aprawling Navajo Reservation at 27,000 sq miles the country' s largest reservation which spills across state lines into Utah and New Mexico. Hwy 163 leads to Mounment Valley and the 17 mile loop around it. The Monument Valley Scenic Drive ($20) is a dusty bumpy dirt road that winds beneath the sandstone formations most named for the objects or animals they resemble from the Mittens to Elephant Buttle. Budget about two hours for the drive.
Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Friday, December 2, 2016
Tourist attractions San Diego
Sea kayak trips: For messing about on the water under your own steam join one of the many kayak tours that head out from La Jolla every day into the marine ecological reserve. You need to be tolerably fit to keep up and you will get wet but it's worth a little exertion to paddle with pelicans flying overhead and rays swimming beneath out to the seal and sea lion colonies. La Jolla has atacted the rich and famous for generations and you' ll get the lowdown from the well informed tour guides about who has lived in the grand colonial style mansions that dot the coastline as well as picking up a fair bit of local history and geology. The highlight of the trip is venturing into the La Jolla caves strong waves permitting. Prices vary subtantially so it's worth shopping around La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour is a good option.
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Popular tourist attractions in Halifax, Canada
McNabs and Lawlor Island Provincial Park: McNabs and Lawlor Island Provincial Park is located at the mouth of Halifax Harbour. Ferry boats take visitors to this natural area to enjoy bird watching hiking or a little history. While Lawlor Island is not open to the public McNab Island features 400 acres of woodland area along with Fort McNab a national historic site. Other heritage buildings include summer homes Maugers Beach Lighthouse and a long closed teahouse.
Art Gallery of NovaScotia: In downtown Halifax the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is the largest art museum is the Atlantic provinces. The museum features a permanent collection of visual arts from the Maritimes and around the world numbering more than 13,000 pieces. There is a particular emphasis on the work of Nova Sctian folk artist Maud Lewis and part of the gallery's collection includes her shedsized house that is decorated with vibrant paintings. The gallery also features excellent temporary exhibitions. Address: 1723 Hollis Street, Halifax.
Point Pleasant Park: One of the most splendid places to stroll in Halifax is Point Pleasant Park on the southern most point of the city peninsula. This natural area features towering trees winding footpaths and great views out er Halifax footpaths and great views out over Halifax harbor and the North West Arm. It is closed to vehicles. Within the park are many historical monuments and remnants of wartime. The Prince of Wales Tower is a round stone tower that was built by Price Edward in 1796. It was the first of its kind in North America the prototype Martello Tower. The asic idea was to combine soldiers accmmodattion a store house and cannon mountings in a until capable of defending itself surrounded by immensely thick stone walls with access only by a retractable ladder to the first floor.
5718 Point pleasant Drive, Halifax.
Monday, November 14, 2016
Tourist attractions in Quebec City (Canada) - 2
Citadel: Ramparts thick walls and ditches surround the star shaped Citadel in Quebec. It sits atop Cap Diamant allowing wide views over the St. Lawrence River and surrounding region. The British completed the massive fortress in 1822 but continued to strengthen the defensive position until 1850. The complex encompasses a military museum restored powder magazine and the summer residence of Canada's Governor General. The 22nd Canadian Regiment is stationed at the Citadel and performs a summer Changing of the Guard ceremony. Address: 1 Cote de la Citadelle, Quebec City.
Musee de la Civilisation: A Meum comprised of three separate locations Musee de la Civilisation delves into the many facets of human history and the establishment of French America. The main museum near the Old Port is a modern structure from architect Moshe Safdie. A seond museum is on Place Royale where Samuel de Champlain founded a fur trading colony in 1608 and the third is in the hilltop seminary. Address: 85 Rue Dalhousie, Quebec City.
Tourist attractions in Quebec City (Canada)
Basilica of Ste-Anne de Beaupre: Ste Anne in the patr saint of Quebec and is credited with many miracles of healing the sick and disabled. Located northeast of Quebec in Beaupre this Catholic basilica is a destination for a half million pilgrims each year. The present day church dates to 1926 but the first chapel was built here in the 1th century.
Observatoure de la Capitale: Atop the Marie Guyart Building this 360 degree observatory provides more than just a bird's eye view of the city from the 31st floor. Interactive exhibits introduce how Quebec City developed and grew over the centuries. The panorama extends beyond the old walled city to Levis the St. Lawrence and ile d'rleans. Address: 1037 de la Chevrotiere Quebec City.
Saturday, November 12, 2016
Top popular tourist attractions in Montreal ( Canada) - 3
Montreal City Hall: A ghthering point in Old Montreal that's especially lively in summer Place Jacques Cartier is a popular tourist spot surrounded by historic buildings pretty gardens public services and restaurants. At the uphill end there is a Nelson's Column and the impressive Montreal City Hall.
University buildings : Named after Sir John Sherbrooke Governor General of Canada from 1816 to 1818 Rue Sherbrooke is probably the city's most elegant throughfare. It is the spine of the city and the location of many major museums and institutis. On Rue Sherbrooke the McCord Museum of Canadian History hasn outstanding collection of exhibits on Canada's social history especially native peoples such as the lnuit and Pacific Coast First Nations. The Musee de Beaux Arts is the oldest museum in Canada and houses vast collections of painting sculpture and new media. ot far from the museum is the extensive campus of McGill University.
University buildings : Named after Sir John Sherbrooke Governor General of Canada from 1816 to 1818 Rue Sherbrooke is probably the city's most elegant throughfare. It is the spine of the city and the location of many major museums and institutis. On Rue Sherbrooke the McCord Museum of Canadian History hasn outstanding collection of exhibits on Canada's social history especially native peoples such as the lnuit and Pacific Coast First Nations. The Musee de Beaux Arts is the oldest museum in Canada and houses vast collections of painting sculpture and new media. ot far from the museum is the extensive campus of McGill University.
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St. Mary Queen of the World: The Catholic Mary Queen of the World Cathedral east of Place du Canada was built in 1894 as a smaller version of St. Peter's in Rome. The massive statues represent the patron saints of the Archbishopric of Montreal in the 19th century. Aseries of painting by Georqes Delfose retell Mntreals tumultuous history. Address: 1085 de la Cathedrale, montreal.
St. Joseph's Oratory: The Oratoire Saint Joseph in Montreal near the western exit from Mount Royal Park is dedicated to Canada's patron saint. It is a mecca for pilgrims with its huge Renaissance style domed basilica dating to 1924. Brother Andre of the Congregation de Sainte croix had already built a small chapel here in 1904 where he was canonized in 1982. His tomb is in one part of the sanctuary in the original chapel. Votive gifts are displayed in a second chapel. Acloister behind the church leads up to Mont Royal. There is a good northwest view from the observatory over Montreal and Lac Saint Louis. Address: 3800 Queen Mary, Montreal.
St. Joseph's Oratory: The Oratoire Saint Joseph in Montreal near the western exit from Mount Royal Park is dedicated to Canada's patron saint. It is a mecca for pilgrims with its huge Renaissance style domed basilica dating to 1924. Brother Andre of the Congregation de Sainte croix had already built a small chapel here in 1904 where he was canonized in 1982. His tomb is in one part of the sanctuary in the original chapel. Votive gifts are displayed in a second chapel. Acloister behind the church leads up to Mont Royal. There is a good northwest view from the observatory over Montreal and Lac Saint Louis. Address: 3800 Queen Mary, Montreal.
Top Popular tourist attractions in montreal (Canada)
Rue St Denis : Running parallel to St. Laurent Rue St. Denis is one of the hippest shopping arts and dining streets in Montreal Historic buildings have been converted into boutiques bistros and cafes. At one end St. Denis starts in the student minded Quartier Latin neighborhood (it's handy to Universite du Quebec a Montreal and the Grande Bibliotheque) and heads west into the trendy Plateau area with its independent designers and chefrun restaurants.
Lachine on the outheast bank of Montreal Island ( in Lac St. Louis) got its name from the first pioneers who in the 17th century made their way up the St. Lawrence looking for a route to China. The Lachine Canal a way of getting round the Lachine Rapids was dug in 1825. It is many years however since it was last used for shipping and nowadays forms part of a park and offers plenty of opportunities for charming tris along the canal banks.
Lachine on the outheast bank of Montreal Island ( in Lac St. Louis) got its name from the first pioneers who in the 17th century made their way up the St. Lawrence looking for a route to China. The Lachine Canal a way of getting round the Lachine Rapids was dug in 1825. It is many years however since it was last used for shipping and nowadays forms part of a park and offers plenty of opportunities for charming tris along the canal banks.
Famous tourist attractions in Ottawa, Canada - 4
Ridau Canal : The 200 Kilometer long (but only 1.6 meter deep) Rideau Canal connects Ottawa with Kingston on Lake Ontario. It was originally intended as a strateic route bet ween Montreal and Lake Ontario the military need for which was demonstrated during the war with the United States in 1812. In summer the canal and locks are an active waterway and in winter the frozen canal becomes a recreational area for skating and festivals. Chatew Laurier is one of the grand byildings on the canal banks. Though it has the air of a medieval castle it was actully built in 1912 and is a prime example of how big Cadian railroad companies added grand hotels (and striking landmarks) across Canada.
Parliament Hill: The Parliament Buildings in all their splendor of Victorian Gothic sandstone are quite an imposing sight on a 50 meter high hill looking out over the Ottawa River. The Parliamentary Library at the back of the building opposite the entrance is a wonderfully furnished octagon that was untouched in the 1916 fire Free quided tours explore the sprawling historic Centre Block and the public can also attend question period when the government is in session or climb the Peace Tower. The grounds encompass many sculptures and front of the Parliament buildings extends an attractive grassed area patrolled in summer by members of the Canadian Mounted Police looking very dashing in their Mountieuniforms of scarlet jackets Stetsons riding breeches and knee boots.
Parliament Hill: The Parliament Buildings in all their splendor of Victorian Gothic sandstone are quite an imposing sight on a 50 meter high hill looking out over the Ottawa River. The Parliamentary Library at the back of the building opposite the entrance is a wonderfully furnished octagon that was untouched in the 1916 fire Free quided tours explore the sprawling historic Centre Block and the public can also attend question period when the government is in session or climb the Peace Tower. The grounds encompass many sculptures and front of the Parliament buildings extends an attractive grassed area patrolled in summer by members of the Canadian Mounted Police looking very dashing in their Mountieuniforms of scarlet jackets Stetsons riding breeches and knee boots.
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Canada Day fireworks : Canada Day, Canada in French is a lively event that takes place on July 1. Crowds gather in their patriotic red and white clothing waving maple leaf flags. Fireworks a parade water borne procession and entertainment to suit every taste are among the many events for the Canadian national holiday.
Canadian War Museum: located beside the Ottawa River this modern museum explores Canada's military past through exhibitions and artifacts on display. It covers wars fought on Canadian soil and others that anadian forces took part in including fighting between French and Iroquois people in the 16th century and the Canadian contribution to the first and Second World Wars. Address: 1 Vimy Place Ottawa.
National Gallery of Canada : Ultra modern and designed by Moshe Safdie the National Gallery of Canada is an architectural masterpiece with prism like glass towers that echo the lines of the nearby Parliament Buildings. The glass contrasts with the mock medieval Chateau Laurier yet the aaction still fits well into Ottawa's cityscape. Inside galleries display aboriginal art trace the development of Canadian art from religious work to the Impressionism and show temporary exhibitions. The rooms of lnuit art on the lower level underthe glass encased Great Hall. For more sightseeing the National Gallery is well placed near many other Lower Town tourist attractions including Notre Dame the Canadian War Museum and Major's Hill Park. Address: 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa.
Canadian War Museum: located beside the Ottawa River this modern museum explores Canada's military past through exhibitions and artifacts on display. It covers wars fought on Canadian soil and others that anadian forces took part in including fighting between French and Iroquois people in the 16th century and the Canadian contribution to the first and Second World Wars. Address: 1 Vimy Place Ottawa.
National Gallery of Canada : Ultra modern and designed by Moshe Safdie the National Gallery of Canada is an architectural masterpiece with prism like glass towers that echo the lines of the nearby Parliament Buildings. The glass contrasts with the mock medieval Chateau Laurier yet the aaction still fits well into Ottawa's cityscape. Inside galleries display aboriginal art trace the development of Canadian art from religious work to the Impressionism and show temporary exhibitions. The rooms of lnuit art on the lower level underthe glass encased Great Hall. For more sightseeing the National Gallery is well placed near many other Lower Town tourist attractions including Notre Dame the Canadian War Museum and Major's Hill Park. Address: 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa.
Friday, November 11, 2016
Famous tourist attractions in Ottawa, Canada - 2
Dows Lake Pavilion: Dows Lake Pavilion has a beautiful location jutting out into and overlooking the lake. This facility has a number of different restaurants including an outdo patio that is very popular in summer. The pavilion also looks out over the docks where it's possible to rent paddleboats canoes kayaks or bikes. In winter visitors can also rent skates and sleds. Address: 1001 Queen Elizabeth Dr, Ottawa.
Sparks Street in Upper Town: The fashionable Upper Town of Ottawa extends bel Parliament Hill and southwest of the Rideau Canal. The streets are laid out in a checkerboard pattern. Busy thoroughfares are Wellington Street Kent Street O'Sonnor Street Metcalfe Street and Sparks Street pedestrin precinct a string of top department stores and smart boutiques interspersed with gourmet eateries. But probably the most striking architecture of Upper Town is the Bank of Canada building by the famous architect Arthur Erickson. The atrium behind the twelve story tinted glass facade has the feeling not so much of a bank as of a great greenhouse with work of art plants the height of trees and splashing fountains. The Currency Museumis inside the orginal Bank of Canada building and has a cross section of coinage ranging from ancient China, Greece, Rome, and Byzantium through medieval Europe and the Renaissae to the detailed evolution of currency in North America as it is today.
Sparks Street in Upper Town: The fashionable Upper Town of Ottawa extends bel Parliament Hill and southwest of the Rideau Canal. The streets are laid out in a checkerboard pattern. Busy thoroughfares are Wellington Street Kent Street O'Sonnor Street Metcalfe Street and Sparks Street pedestrin precinct a string of top department stores and smart boutiques interspersed with gourmet eateries. But probably the most striking architecture of Upper Town is the Bank of Canada building by the famous architect Arthur Erickson. The atrium behind the twelve story tinted glass facade has the feeling not so much of a bank as of a great greenhouse with work of art plants the height of trees and splashing fountains. The Currency Museumis inside the orginal Bank of Canada building and has a cross section of coinage ranging from ancient China, Greece, Rome, and Byzantium through medieval Europe and the Renaissae to the detailed evolution of currency in North America as it is today.
Famous Tourist attractions in Ottawa, Canada
National Archives of Canada: The National Archives of Canada feature exhibits pertaining to the history of Canada. Among the items housed here is the largest collection of Canadian sheet music in the world as well as works of art including oil paintings water colors and sketches. Address: 395 Wellington St. Ottawa.
RCMP musical Ride Centre: The RCMP Stables in Ottawa are the home base for both horses and officers. The Stables train horses for the RCMP Musical Ride which is an equestrian show that travels across the country annual. There are guided tours of the facility. Address: RCMP Rockcliffe Stables, 1 Sandridge Rd, Ottawa.
Canadian Museum of Nature: Canadian Museum of Nature takes visitors through the world of the dinosaurs all the way up to today's animal population and also features poignant temporary exhibits. It is the national sciences and history museum and the histoc building (once the Victoria Memorial Museum) is the birthplace of Canada's national museums. Construction on this castle like building was completed in 1910. Address: 240 Mcland St. Ottawa.
RCMP musical Ride Centre: The RCMP Stables in Ottawa are the home base for both horses and officers. The Stables train horses for the RCMP Musical Ride which is an equestrian show that travels across the country annual. There are guided tours of the facility. Address: RCMP Rockcliffe Stables, 1 Sandridge Rd, Ottawa.
Canadian Museum of Nature: Canadian Museum of Nature takes visitors through the world of the dinosaurs all the way up to today's animal population and also features poignant temporary exhibits. It is the national sciences and history museum and the histoc building (once the Victoria Memorial Museum) is the birthplace of Canada's national museums. Construction on this castle like building was completed in 1910. Address: 240 Mcland St. Ottawa.
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The Art Gallery of Ontario : The renowned Art Gallery of Ontario occupies a unique looking modern building on the west side of the city center. A whole series of temporary exhibitions are mounted throughout the year by this exceptionally well endowed gallery. Highlights include the collections of Canadian African and Oceanic and European art. The museum also hilds a particularly impressive collection of Canadian paintings.
Address: 317 Dundas Street West Toronto.
Rogers Centre: Immediately adjacent to the CN Tower is Rogers Centre a massive domed sports arena. The unique design includes a roof which slides back allowing it to be opened in favorable weather. This mega structure completed in 1989 is Toronto's answer to the ambitious Olympic Stadium built by its arch rival Montreal. Rogers Centre can accommodate many thousands of spectators and is a venue for every kind of sport baseball and football in particular as well as for rock and pop concerts. The center also offers one hour guided tours with a behind the scenes look at the facility. Address: 1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto.
Address: 317 Dundas Street West Toronto.
Rogers Centre: Immediately adjacent to the CN Tower is Rogers Centre a massive domed sports arena. The unique design includes a roof which slides back allowing it to be opened in favorable weather. This mega structure completed in 1989 is Toronto's answer to the ambitious Olympic Stadium built by its arch rival Montreal. Rogers Centre can accommodate many thousands of spectators and is a venue for every kind of sport baseball and football in particular as well as for rock and pop concerts. The center also offers one hour guided tours with a behind the scenes look at the facility. Address: 1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto.
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Entertainment District : Toronto's answer to New York's Broadway the Toronto Entertainment District comes to life in the evenings. This is the place to come to see major theater productions with the latest shows and musicals concerts and other performing arts. There are also all kinds of restaurants and places for socializing as well as hotels and shops. The main center of activity in the Entertainment District along Kg Street.
St. Lawrence Market: The St.Lawrence Market houses a variety of vendors selling various ood products flowers and specialty items. The St. Lawrence Hall was built in Toronto in 1850 and served as a public meeting place and a concert venue. The hall was restored in 1967 but has retained much of its old charm. The building provides a unique atmosphere for the market and is also occasionally used for film and elevision shoots. The interior features a grand staircase and gas lit chandelier.
Address: 92 Front Street East, Toronto.
St. Lawrence Market: The St.Lawrence Market houses a variety of vendors selling various ood products flowers and specialty items. The St. Lawrence Hall was built in Toronto in 1850 and served as a public meeting place and a concert venue. The hall was restored in 1967 but has retained much of its old charm. The building provides a unique atmosphere for the market and is also occasionally used for film and elevision shoots. The interior features a grand staircase and gas lit chandelier.
Address: 92 Front Street East, Toronto.
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Eaton Center : The huge Eaton Center is located at the north end of the Central Business District. With its own subway station this ultra modern shopping complex extends over several blocks and is continually being renovated and enlarged. Strangers can quite easily lose their way in the bewildering maze of department stores spcialty shops boutiques restaurants cafeterias and snack bars which crowd the different levels above and below ground. The original Eaton department store opened in Toronto in 1869 and grew into an enormous retail business.
City Hall: Dominating the spacious Nathan Philips Square with its bronze sculpture The Archer by Henry Moore is the still highly acclaimed new City Hall. It was designed by the gifted Finnish architect Viljo Revell and built in 1965. City Hall consists of two arcshaped high rise blocks 20 and 27 stories high respecively wrapped around a lower central building topped by a flattened cupola. Out front in the square is a manade pond which becomes a popular skating rink in winter. This area is beautifully decorated for the Christmas holidays.
Address:100 Queen Street West, Toronto.
City Hall: Dominating the spacious Nathan Philips Square with its bronze sculpture The Archer by Henry Moore is the still highly acclaimed new City Hall. It was designed by the gifted Finnish architect Viljo Revell and built in 1965. City Hall consists of two arcshaped high rise blocks 20 and 27 stories high respecively wrapped around a lower central building topped by a flattened cupola. Out front in the square is a manade pond which becomes a popular skating rink in winter. This area is beautifully decorated for the Christmas holidays.
Address:100 Queen Street West, Toronto.
Popular tourist attractions in Toronto (Canada)
Ontaria Science Centre: The Ontario Science Center is a family oriented attraction with many interesting exhibits to entertain children. It occupies a site overlooking the Don Valley about ten Kilometers northeast of the city center. Designed by the virtuoso architect Raymond Moriyama this modern building was completed in 1969. Visitors to the center are brought face to face with the latest developments in technology telecommunications optics biology physice space travel and meteorology and much more all presented in an absorbing and imaginative way. The emphasis is very much on visitor participation with many interactive displays and widesprread use of suitably installed computing and other equipment. Address: 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto.
Thursday, November 10, 2016
Tourist attractions in Ontario, Canada - 4
The National Gallery of Canada : The National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa houses some of the country's most important collections. It contains a particularly strong selection of works by Canadian artists from the Group of Seven to Emily Carr and many other famous names. The gallery also displays important pieces by well known international artists. The National Gallery building is housed in an ultra modern architectural masterpiece designed by Moshe Safdie.
Marineland : Marineland is one of Ontario's biggest summertime attractions particularly popular with families. Located near Niagara Falls it is an easy day trip from Toonto. The man highlights are the marine shows featuring killer whales dolphins walruses and sea lions but the facility also displays beluga whales at the popular Arctic Cave as well as other aquatic life and land mammals. The complex contains an amusement park with all kinds of rides including the parks signature Sky Screamer. Touted as being the worlds highest triple tower ride it propels passengers up more than 137 meters before dropping them back down again.
Marineland : Marineland is one of Ontario's biggest summertime attractions particularly popular with families. Located near Niagara Falls it is an easy day trip from Toonto. The man highlights are the marine shows featuring killer whales dolphins walruses and sea lions but the facility also displays beluga whales at the popular Arctic Cave as well as other aquatic life and land mammals. The complex contains an amusement park with all kinds of rides including the parks signature Sky Screamer. Touted as being the worlds highest triple tower ride it propels passengers up more than 137 meters before dropping them back down again.
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Fort William Historical Park : Fort William Historical Park is the reconstruction of the inland headquarters opered by the Northwest Company of the Canadian fur trade from 1803 to 1821. Situated on the banks of the Kaminstiquia River in south Thunder Bay the Fort comprises 57 buildings on 250 acres.Each summer fur traders voyageurs and first nations people would converge upon the Fort for the annual rendezvous which saw the transfer of tons of furs coming in from western posts with trade goods coming from Moneal all conveyed by birch bark cans within one season. This system enabled the Nor Westers to emerge as a dominant force in the fur trade. The Fort offers a fascinating spctrun of fur trade life touching upon themes from furs and food to muskets and medicine and highlighting a cultural mosaic of Scottish fur traders French Canadian voyageurs farmers and artisans aboriginals and Metis.
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Muskoka and Cottage Country : North of Toronto is an area known as Cottage Country or Muskoka which is centered around Lake Muskoka and a number of other popular lakes in the area. This area is about a three hour drive north of the city and home to upscale cottages lakeside resorts and marinas. Locals and foreigners flock to Cottage Country during the summer month particularly on weekends. The lakes are dotted with islands and surrounded by rocky shorelines and towering pine trees. There are number of small communities in Cottage Couny although the primary town is Gravenhurst located on the shores of Lake Muskoka. From here visitors can hop on hitorical steamships for a short cruise and tour f the lake.
Tourist attractions in Ontario, Canada
Blue Mountain Resort : Blue Mountain Resort, just outside the town of Collinwood on the shores of Georgian Bay is one of the most popular ski resorts in southern Ontario. Walking through Blue mountain Village at the base of the hill is reminiscent of Vail and other world famous resorts with fine dining restaurants top end shops and first class accommodation. The hill itself is family oriented and extremely popular with Torntonians. The resort is open year round and almost as busy in summer as it is in kinds of activities from rock climbing and ziplining to mountain biking and hiking.
Stratford Festival : Just 60 kilometers northeast of London Ontario Stratford is internationally famous for its Festival. The Stratford Festival is one of Ontario's most popular sesasonal theater events drawing particularly large crowds from the Toronto area. The 2,250 seat Festival Theatre has been staging plays between May and October since 1953 with pride of place going to Shakespare. There are now four theather venues and plays by other famous writers are also presented.
Stratford Festival : Just 60 kilometers northeast of London Ontario Stratford is internationally famous for its Festival. The Stratford Festival is one of Ontario's most popular sesasonal theater events drawing particularly large crowds from the Toronto area. The 2,250 seat Festival Theatre has been staging plays between May and October since 1953 with pride of place going to Shakespare. There are now four theather venues and plays by other famous writers are also presented.
Sunday, November 6, 2016
Famous tourist attractions in Calgary (Canada) - 2
Aero Space Museum of Calgary : The Aero Space Museum focuses on the history of Canadian aviation and Western Canada in particular. Canadian pilots who fought in WWII started the museum which has grown to exhibit a variety of aircraft simulators aviation art prints radio equipment and information on aviation history. The museum is located in a large building near the Calgary Airport. Address: 4629 Mccall Way NE, Calgary.
Fish Creek Provincial Park: Fish Creek Provincial Park in Calgary's far south is a huge green spe where walking trails lead through forest areas and along the creek. Fish Creek Park is a natural area and perfect for a taste of nature. There are also a number of heritage buildings within the park. Address: 15979 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary.
Fish Creek Provincial Park: Fish Creek Provincial Park in Calgary's far south is a huge green spe where walking trails lead through forest areas and along the creek. Fish Creek Park is a natural area and perfect for a taste of nature. There are also a number of heritage buildings within the park. Address: 15979 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary.
Famous tourist attractions in Calgary (Canada)
Glenbow Museum: in Glenbow Museum visitors can see some rere exhibits illustrating the historical development of western in Canada. The museum travels back in time exploring the lives of early fur traders and the North West Mounted Police Metis uprisings under Louis Riel and the development of the oil industry. This Calgary Museun also hosts temporary exhibitions from around world. Address: 130 Ave SE, Calgary.
Devonian Gardens : On the 4th level of the core Shopping Centre visitors will come somewhat unexpectedly upon the floral paradise of Devonian Gardens. Covering about one hectare the indor gardens feature lovely tropical palms sculptures fish ponds fountains and a living wall. About 10,000 plants make up the displays and despite Calgary's cold winters they thve under a glass ceiling. The Devonian Gardens are free and open for the public to wander. Address: 400- 3177 Ave SW, Calgary.
Devonian Gardens : On the 4th level of the core Shopping Centre visitors will come somewhat unexpectedly upon the floral paradise of Devonian Gardens. Covering about one hectare the indor gardens feature lovely tropical palms sculptures fish ponds fountains and a living wall. About 10,000 plants make up the displays and despite Calgary's cold winters they thve under a glass ceiling. The Devonian Gardens are free and open for the public to wander. Address: 400- 3177 Ave SW, Calgary.
Saturday, November 5, 2016
Tourist attractions Victoria, Canada - 2
Butchart Gardens: For a visit to one of the area's premier tourist attractions follow Highway 17A north for 22 kilometers to the magical Butchart Gardens at Brentwood Bay on the Saanich Peninsula. Here in 1904 Jennie Butchart wife of a wealthy quarry owner started to lay out a fragrant garden in abandoned limestone workings. Flourishing not least because of the mild climate the gardens have since been veloped into a 20 hectare horticultural tour de force without rival in Canada. The Italian garden rose garden Japanese garden and sunken garden are among the loveliest. Open spaces among the pools fountains and the many exotic plants are used for artistic and musical performances. Address: 800 Benvenuto Ave, Bretwood Bay.
Tourist attractions Victoria, Canada
Craigdarroch Castle: Victoria's fairy tale mansion Craigdarroch Castle is considered a gem of Victorian architecture. Immigrant Sottish entrepreneur Robert Dunsmuir commissioned the home for his wife in the 1880s. Dunsmuir made his fortune in coal mining but died before his mansion was completed. The house is situate in a particularly affluent area of Victoria. Elegant Rockland centers on Rockland Avenue which is lined with grand heritage homes including Government House the official residence of Her Majesty's representative in British Columbia. The house itself is closed to the public but the beautifully kept gardens are a delight. Address: 1050 Joan Crescent, Victoria
Popular tourist attractions in Victoria, British Columbia (Canada)
Victoria Butterfly Gardens : Located near Butchart Gardens the Victoria Butterfly Gardens are indoor tropical gardens desgned to house up to 75 species of exotic butterflies and moths plus some birds fish and reptiles. An interesting indoor landscape incorporates waterfalls trees and flowers.
Address: 1461 Benvenuto Ave, Central Saanich.
Hatley Park National Historic Site: Hatley Park National Historic Site consists of a castle built in 1908 by former British Columbia Premierand coal baron Jemes Dunsmuir and an Edwardian estate with Japanese Italian and rese gardens. Visitors can choose to walk through the gardens or take a guided tour of the castle now the base of Royal Roads University.
Address:2005 Sooke Rd, Victoria
Address: 1461 Benvenuto Ave, Central Saanich.
Hatley Park National Historic Site: Hatley Park National Historic Site consists of a castle built in 1908 by former British Columbia Premierand coal baron Jemes Dunsmuir and an Edwardian estate with Japanese Italian and rese gardens. Visitors can choose to walk through the gardens or take a guided tour of the castle now the base of Royal Roads University.
Address:2005 Sooke Rd, Victoria
Thursday, October 27, 2016
Famous tourist attractions in Vancouver (Canada) - 4
Chinatown : Beyond the ornate Millennium Gate marking its entrance Vancouver's exotic and interesting Chinatown features modern building amid many older ones dating from victorian times. Signs at shops and restaurants are often written in Chinese characters particularly along East Pender Keefer and Main streets the main shopping areas. Local attractions include the pretty walled Dr. Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden modeled after a traditional garden from the Ming Dynasty. Also worth seeing is the Sam kee Building which at barely tw mesters wide claims to be the narrowest office building in the world. Every year Chinese New Year is celebrated with an excellent parade.
Canada Place: For many Vancouver visitors Canada Place is where a trip begins. The unsual roof creates the impression of a huge sailing vessel. The architecturally remarkable structure is part cruise ship terminal part convention center and hotel and part hub for sightseeing bus tours. At the end of the pier there are panoramic views and the FlyoverCanada attraction a fun flight simulator and Canadian geography lesson. Also nearby Waterfront Station is a major transit hub with ferries departing for the public market at Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver. Address: 999 Canada Place Vancouver.
Canada Place: For many Vancouver visitors Canada Place is where a trip begins. The unsual roof creates the impression of a huge sailing vessel. The architecturally remarkable structure is part cruise ship terminal part convention center and hotel and part hub for sightseeing bus tours. At the end of the pier there are panoramic views and the FlyoverCanada attraction a fun flight simulator and Canadian geography lesson. Also nearby Waterfront Station is a major transit hub with ferries departing for the public market at Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver. Address: 999 Canada Place Vancouver.
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Robson Street : Robson Street is best known for shopping. But international brand names aside it's also the setting for many inventive Vancouver happenings. The city's premier arts nstitution the Vancouver Art Gallery is on Robson and houses an exellent collection of paintings by Emily Carr(1871-1945) as well as visiting international exhibits. The gallery faces Robson Square an interesting public space designed by Arthur Erickson which includes a winter icc skating rink and law courts. Locations: Robson Street at Hornby Street.
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Science World : The futurisistic sphere like building of science World is home to a kid friendly exploration center that explains phenomena through hands on exhibits and demonstrations. Themes include water air motion and invention. There is a theater on site as well as a massive Imax screen. Visiting exhibits are often impressive and part of world tours. But back to the building which is an unmistakable waterfront landmark in Vancouver and was orginally built for Expo86 a World's fair.
Hours: Open daily 10am-6pm (until 9pm Thursday). Admission: Adults $25, students, seniors, and youth (13-18) $21, childreen (3-12) $17.75. Address: 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver.
Hours: Open daily 10am-6pm (until 9pm Thursday). Admission: Adults $25, students, seniors, and youth (13-18) $21, childreen (3-12) $17.75. Address: 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver.
Famous tourist attractions in Vancouver (Canada)
Skybridge to Richmond : South of Vancouver Richmond is not scenic city at first glance. But the airport locale is packed with sightseeing attraions from a renowned Buddhist temple to the picturesque former fishing village of Steveston (filled with waterfront restaurants and restored old boatsheds). Located in the latter the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site is one of the most historic settings in Richmond and it relays the history of the West Coast fishing industry. Many also visit Richmond simply to shop due to its large malls with imported Asian goods and vibrant night markets taking place on summer weekends.
Tips and Tours Visit to Vancouver: sightseeing; Vancouver s a big city and it can be somewhat confusing with the water and bridges. Agreat way to see the attractions and get acquainted with the layout of the city is on a Hop on Hop off Bus Tour or Hop on Hop off trolley Tour. The bus tour stops at 24 locations and trolley stops at 36 points of interest. Tickets are vaild for either one or two days for both of these tours.
Tips and Tours Visit to Vancouver: sightseeing; Vancouver s a big city and it can be somewhat confusing with the water and bridges. Agreat way to see the attractions and get acquainted with the layout of the city is on a Hop on Hop off Bus Tour or Hop on Hop off trolley Tour. The bus tour stops at 24 locations and trolley stops at 36 points of interest. Tickets are vaild for either one or two days for both of these tours.
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Popular tourist attractions in Canada - 4
Whistler : Just a two hour drive from Vancouver is the famous ski resort and village of Whister. While Whistler has always been an important winter sports area it has also developed into a popular summer destination with golf mountain biking and a lively town atmosphere throughout the year. The village gained wide international attention in 2010 when it become one of the locations for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. The area offers world class sking hotels and dining as well as all kinds of other outdoor recreational opportunities and beautiful mountain scenery.
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Old Montreal : The old section of Montreal lined with lovely old historic buildings welcomes visitors with great shopping and fine dining. Horse drawn carriages take visitors through the cobbled streets and past the open squares. While Montreal itself is a vibrant modern city Old Montreal down by the waterfront is where most tourists come to soak up the atmosphere. Some of the must see places in Old Montreal include Rue Bonsecours and the landmark Marche Bonsecours in the old town hall building the interior of the beautiful Nortre Dame Basilica the lively Place Jacques Cartier and the 1870s City Hall.
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Gros Morne National Park : Newfoundland's Gros Morne National Park is more remote than many of Canada's most popular national parks but worth the effort to discover this beautiful landscape of mountains and fjords. The park is a Unesco World Heritage Site featuring steep cliff walls waterfalls and interesting rock formations carved by the glacier fed waters. Most visitors take a boat tour to appreciate the scenery but there are also hiking trails and opportunities for kayaking. In winter the park recives for fewer visitors but is open for ski touring complete with backcountry ski huts.
Victoria's Inner Harbour : Few Canadian cities have done such a beautiful job of developing their waterfront area as Victoria ans its Inner Harbour.This is a great place for strolling relaxing shopping dining and watching street performers all against the backdrop of the harbor. The centerpiece f this area is the historic Empress Hotel one of the city's most lovely buildings. Over the years the Empress has welcomed kings and queens and today features a traditional high tea which is one of highlights for many visitors coming to Victoria. While the harbor area is popular year round it is particularly lively during the summer months.
Victoria's Inner Harbour : Few Canadian cities have done such a beautiful job of developing their waterfront area as Victoria ans its Inner Harbour.This is a great place for strolling relaxing shopping dining and watching street performers all against the backdrop of the harbor. The centerpiece f this area is the historic Empress Hotel one of the city's most lovely buildings. Over the years the Empress has welcomed kings and queens and today features a traditional high tea which is one of highlights for many visitors coming to Victoria. While the harbor area is popular year round it is particularly lively during the summer months.
Popular tourist attractions in Canada
Calgary Stampede : This ten day affair is one of the most widely anticipated events in Western Canada with many locals and summer time travelers planning their holidays around the Calgary Stampede. For this week in July the city of Calgary turns into a true western town where people who might otherwise be wearing suits to work instead don jeans and cowboy boots. At the Stampede Grounds are daily rodeo events drawing participants from across North America thrill rides games food and the nightly Grandstand Show. Around town free Stampede Breakfasts are hosted by numerous establishments either at indoor or pancakes. Many big name country music performers also typically come to the city for this event.
Monday, October 3, 2016
Popular Cities in Canada
Ottawa : For a capital city Ottawa is small and friendly and nowhere near the size of counterparts Toronto and Montreal. The city is charming and bike friendly peaceful and civilised and a great base for exploring the Canadian wilderness on its doorstep in Ontario.
The Yukon : The north west corner of Canada is a sparse expanse of peaks wildlife and adventure. The Yukon is home to the highest mountain in Canada Mount Logan (5,959m) and is a treasure trove of pristine nature. Sports enthusiasts can paddle lakes and rivers in canoes and kayaks ride or walk trails ski and snowboard try ice climbing and dog sledding.
The Yukon : The north west corner of Canada is a sparse expanse of peaks wildlife and adventure. The Yukon is home to the highest mountain in Canada Mount Logan (5,959m) and is a treasure trove of pristine nature. Sports enthusiasts can paddle lakes and rivers in canoes and kayaks ride or walk trails ski and snowboard try ice climbing and dog sledding.
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