The best wines in the world seem to come from temperate, warm places like France, Italy, New Zealand, Australia, South America and California. It sometimes comes as a surprise to people, then, that Canada—often associated with cold, harsh weather patterns—has a booming wine industry that has been producing world-class vintages for decades. Canadian wine has garnered the country international recognition as a producer of fine, award-winning vino. (continue...)
In the past few decades, Canada has started to shed its image as a frigid land of vast wilderness in favour of a sophisticated, urban persona. Canada's major cities are now being seen for what they are—vibrant, modern hubs of activity. The country's urban centres boast many attractions, one of the most significant being their world-class shopping facilities. (continue...)
Employing the skills of thousands of artisans over the course of months, if not years, architecture is far and away society’s most complex form of artistic expression. From complex pedestrian walkway systems to elegant Victorian hotel resorts, the following WorldWeb.com travel guide will point out ten of Canada’s greatest architectural wonders. (continue...)
Walking through the streets of Montreal contains views of Gothic and Romanesque structures rising into the sky, adorned with stained-glass windows that fill peaceful spaces with light and colours. Steeples mark the way for pilgrims and bell towers chime in rhythm to the sounds in the city. Millions flock to Montreal annually to visit the rich collection of historic monuments that has helped form the landscape of this vibrant city. Century-old churches and cathedrals co-exist with modern architecture creating a very European flavour in a Canadian city. (continue...)
O Canada!
Our home and native land!
True patriot love in all thy sons command. With glowing hearts we see thee rise,
The True North strong and free!
—yes, the national anthem sure says a lot about this Canada's character, yet this poetic tribute could still use one more adjective, like big or maybe huge. (continue...)
From coast to coast, festivals across Canada mirror the multicultural and diverse makeup of a relatively young nation. Whether it be a musical spectacle on a sweltering summer day or a mid-winter outdoor hullabaloo, these multifarious celebrations attract festival goers from every corner of the country and beyond. There are festivals for the young, the old, the music lover, the outdoor enthusiast and everyone in between. (continue...)
Home to the first permanent settlement, and the largest French speaking population in Canada, the province of Quebec is rich with its own distinct history, religion and culture. Residents are able to maintain and celebrate this individuality year round, with a variety of festivals occurring throughout the region.
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There's no better way to relax than to get pampered at a spa. Whether trying to leave the stresses of everyday life behind for awhile or celebrating a special occasion with some friends, one of the many numerous spa treatments offered at some of Canada's best spas are bound to hit the spot (continue...)
Surprisingly, there is a plethora of unique, unusual and eye-catching landmarks that can be found in every province of Canada. In fact, these often entertaining sights are more likely found in smaller towns, where tourists are lured in to take a picture or buy a trinket of these one-of-a-kind discoveries. (continue...)
