Oh Canada!!!!! Places You Just Have To Visit In The Great White North!
If you are thinking of taking a trip up to ‘The Great White North’ this year, then you need to make sure you know all the best places to go before you get there. Then you can plan a trip of a lifetime and sample every delight that wonderful Canada has to offer. Read on for our top picks.
A Land of Mountains
Stretching through British Columbia and Alberta, The Canadian Rockies are a sight not to be missed. There are many amazing national parks adjacent to, and including the mountainous terrain in the Rockies. Which are the perfect place to soak up the landscape of alpine lakes and forests, as well as checking out the amazing wildlife like birds of prey and bears.
Or, how about heading over to the Fitzsimmons Range on the Pacific coast? There you will find all sorts of small ski resorts perfect for indulging in winter sports like skiing and snowboarding, as well as enjoying the obligatory apres ski as well!
The Yukon
Further North still, is The Yukon Range, which definitely lives up to the name of ‘The Great White North.’ Here you will find a beautiful snowy wilderness to explore, and you can engage in activities like dog sledding and whale watching.
The Yukon also make an excellent spot to observe the Northern Lights as it is so close to the arctic circle. The Aurora Borealis a site that is laced with folklore and mystery, and is really not to be missed?
Vancouver
Vancouver is another Canadian location that you won’t want to miss out on. There is so much to do in the city and surrounding areas you could fill up an entire trip, without getting to any of the other locations on your list.
For example, many visitors like to take the opportunity to go to the suspension bridge at Capilano. This marvel of engineering that stands 70 feet above the river below is a wonderful way of testing your nerve and getting some of the best views of the surrounding landscape possible.
Another popular location is Vancouver’s English Bay, where the sculpture and architecture are interesting. It is also a popular destination for boating due to the false creek.
A Touring Holiday
A major problem for folks planning a trip to Canada is that, as it covers such a large area and there are so many wonderful sites to see, it can be pretty difficult to narrow down where to go. Solve this problem by booking something like this Canada tour. Then you can get to experience the full variety and spectacle of both the urban and rural parts of Canada.
Toronto
Finally then, what Canadian holiday guide would be complete without mentioning the bustling city of Toronto? If you’re an ice hockey fan, then it’s well worth a quick peek at the Hockey Hall Of Fame, where you can learn all about the sport and view memorabilia.
The Casa Loma is also a popular location. Built in the 18th century, this ornate castle is a wonderful place to tour, and the gardens are stunning too. Don’t forget that you can get an audio tour of the gift shop. So you are guaranteed not to miss out of any of the key features.
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