Canada has great scenic beauty and natural wealth that makes it one of the world’s most beautiful countries. Its expansive lands, rocky mountains, vast prairies, lush forests, icy lakes, enormous glaciers and plenty of historical and heritage sites make Canada a wonderful destination for all kinds of tourists from world over.
Here is a selection of the must-see places in Canada:
GROS MORNE NATIONAL PARK
This is a beautiful national park located in the Atlantic province of Canada. It is a recognized world heritage site of UNESCO because of its ancient origins. The park is filled with nature’s splendors, including some amazing lakes. The tourists can enjoy boat rides, or experience some spectacular waterfalls.
LANSE AUX MEADOWS
Again a preserved national heritage site of UNESCO, this is national site of great historical value. This site is home to three ancient Norse buildings that have been renovated to protect them for posterity. This site presents an exhibition of the ancient Vikings lifestyle and even features some of the rare artifacts of that era.
SAINT JOHN RIVER VALLEY
This beautiful valley is situated in New Brunswick and showcases some of the oldest bridges made of wood. The tourists can hire a boat or ferry to cross the river and visit some of its waterfalls. It also has a museum that shows how a local village looked like in the 19th century.
CASINOS IN QUEBEC
Quebec is a beautiful French-speaking province with a very European feel. Apart from its natural and historical places, the place is also home to three grand casinos where a tourist can enjoy himself by playing poker or any other interesting card games.
PARLIAMENT HILL
The official government capital of Canada is the city of Ottawa. It boasts of a majestic building called Parliament Hill that houses the government. Tourists are allowed to take an inside tour of the place. There is also a Canadian Museum of Civilization in the adjoining grounds.
THUNDER BAY
This is another great destination that offers wonderful sites such as the Raven Eco-venture where the tourist can ride a canoe and enjoy the natural beauty of the place along the ride. The place is also home to the majestic Kakbeka falls and Fort Williams Historical Park.
NIAGARA FALLS
This is undoubtedly the most famous destination of Canada, and a must-see attraction for tourists from all over the world. It is the world’s most spectacular waterfalls and offers a splendid view. The place is also known as the Honeymooner’s Paradise because of the grandness and the romance that gets associated with this destination. |
