Canada is second only to Russia by the size of its territory. Since there are many different climatic zones, there are many colorful places to visit. The sights of Canada are not limited to magnificent natural landscapes, because there are many architectural monuments.
Natural attractions of the country
Millions of tourists come to Canada every year. The most popular destinations for travelers are Niagara Falls, Stanley Park, Bay of Fundy and Banff National Park.
On the border of the USA and Canada, there is a place of stunning beauty, where the water falling from a height of more than 50 meters bewitches the views of visitors. The town on the shores of which lies Niagara Falls is called Niagara Falls and is located in the province of Ontario. The complex, consisting of three waterfalls: Horseshoe, American Falls, Fata (the latter two belong to the United States) is considered one of the wonders of the world. Often over the waterfall from the Canadian side, you can see a rainbow, which can be double or even triple.
Stanley Park is located in Vancouver. Its entire territory, which is about a thousand hectares, has been preserved in its original form. The centuries-old trees growing here reach a height of 75 meters. Locals have chosen Stanley Park for morning jogging, and tourists prefer to go around the territory by car, stopping to admire the most interesting places in the park. For example, the huge Vancouver Aquarium-Oceanarium, where whales, dolphins, and the rarest fish species live. The park also has beaches, tennis courts and a water park.
Banff National Park is located in the city of the same name in the Canadian province of Alberta. It is the oldest national reserve in the country. Its age is almost 130 years old. The park is located in a rocky area with eternal glaciers, coniferous forests, alpine meadows, mountain lakes. The territory of the protected area is about 6,500 square kilometers. Guests have the opportunity to get acquainted with the flora and fauna of this corner of the planet. At the same time, hiking trails in Banff Park are designed to ensure that travelers do not harm the local ecosystem.
Architectural and historical sights of the country
Among other famous places in Canada, it is worth highlighting the railway that runs from Vancouver to Jasper, the CN Tower in Toronto, the Houses of Parliament and the famous Hatley Castle.
More recently, the Toronto TV Tower was considered the tallest built building in the world. Dinner at the giant's restaurant leaves an unforgettable experience for visitors, because it takes place at an altitude of over 351 meters.
The Houses of Parliament of Canada is an architectural complex that stands on a green hill. The Eternal Flame, surrounded by the coats of arms of the provinces, is burning on the parliamentary square near the building The highest part of the complex is the Peace Tower, which is a monument to Canadians who died in World War I.
There is a park near the old Hatley castle, which is one of the largest and most beautiful in the country. The park has luxurious pink, Japanese and Italian gardens.
Shopping centers in Canada attract a considerable number of residents of other countries. West Edmonton Mall is a popular shopping and entertainment center in the country. It houses many shops, restaurants, casinos and even a large water park.
