Canada Travel

Ottawa - the capital city of Canada is a well known tourist haunt. The visitors coming to Ottawa are amazed by the architecture, monuments, numerous art galleries, and friendly, open-hearted people. The House of Commons, the Senate and Library of Parliament, Basilica of Notre Dame, located in the center of the city, are the examples of gothic architecture. The Museum of Civilization helps the tourists to learn more about the city and its origin. The Canadian Museum of contemporary photography is not less interesting. Canada is known for its tulips, that’s why don’t miss the Tulip Museum in the capital. At one and the same time Toronto is considered to be a city of contradictions and harmony. The tourists can spend the whole day visiting the sights of this city. Some architecture structures became the symbols of Toronto today, that’s why they are the must-sees. One hundred and forty five storied CN Tower is ranked as the top attraction of Toronto. It is the highest public observation tower in the world, so do not miss the opportunity to see the beauty of this city from the incredible height. In July Toronto becomes especially attractive because the traditional festivals are held there. The tourists are involved into the atmosphere of the holiday with thousands of people, Caribbean music, dance, and tasty food.

The second largest city of Canada is Montreal. Pay attention that the city has the second largest French-speaking population in the western world. Montreal is proud of its rich culture and history, reflected in traditions, way of life and interesting architecture. Montreal is also rich for excellent museums. Museum of Fine Arts boasts having huge collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, decorative and ethnographic objects. Two Historical museums (Centre d'histoire de Montréal and Pointe-à-Callière museum) are located in Old Montreal. They give the tourists a true picture of the city's past. Because of its dynamic development and energetic growth Vancouver is usually called the city of pleasure and business. But do not think that there are no places to get rest and enjoy the beauty of nature. It’s not quite true. Stanley Park and Queen Elizabeth Park are massive green zones, full of numerous activities and attractions. Besides, one of the biggest aquariums in North America - Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Center is situated in this city. The tourists can observe more that 8 thousand aquatic animals from the Arctic and the Amazon. Calgary, another city of Canada, is dotted with various types of tourists attractions. It is the top destination for ecotourism, because it offers numerous outdoor activities. Calgary Olympic Park is the pride of the city. It is a training and competition center both for the general public and sportsmen. To enjoy the panoramic view of the city and surroundings visit Calgary Tower, opened in 1968.