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for this list we're looking at cities that put the great in the great white north
number 10 st john's newfoundland and labrador although it's the largest city of this eastern
province saint john's possesses a small town charm with its jelly bean colored houses and
welcoming harbor as one of north america's oldest known cities citizens have striven to preserve
historic landmarks like cabot tower atop signal hill the rooms is the port city's cultural apex
housing artwork dioramas and historical documents the structure's design is also rooted in the
city's origins in fishing villages as striking as the architecture is it's the natural features
that make saint john's one of canada's most under-appreciated cities whether you're observing
from a hilltop or driving by the coast st john's is draped in splendid seaside views taking a boat
tour you might be lucky enough to spot humpback whales and icebergs number 9. winnipeg manitoba
manitoba's largest city gets its name from lake winnipeg while having the lake nearby is
convenient it's far from the city's only drop winnipeg is perhaps most famous for the forks
which brings in 4 million people annually with its shopping dining and entertainment venues
it's also home to canada's largest urban skate plaza next to the forks you'll find the canadian
museum for human rights which will allure you with its unique exterior but with fascinating and
important history inside the areas around winnipeg abound in natural beauty too especially during the
summers when the mustard fields are at their peak number eight victoria british columbia
located by the southern edge of vancouver island victoria inhabits a sort of middle ground between
the modern comfort of canada and the old-time style of britain deriving its name from queen
victoria this city has several landmarks that wouldn't look out of place in the uk
of course there's the royal british columbia museum which takes visitors on a journey
through the province's long complicated and fascinating history and yes queen elizabeth ii
herself signed off on its royal status you'll find more regal sites at craig derrick castle
beacon hill park and the legislative assembly of british columbia and given the city's british
background be sure to stop for a spot of tea number 7. ottawa ontario if you're looking
to study abroad in canada ottawa is definitely a place to keep in mind from the university of
ottawa to carleton university this capital city of canada is known for its educational scene
even if you're not a student there's plenty of venues to stimulate one's mind you'll find
museums dedicated to agriculture technology and canadian history among numerous others ottawa
is also a hub for creativity particularly the national arts center orchestra and the national
gallery of canada whether you're interested in pursuing a career in architecture or government
parliament hill is another must visit the most essential destination is the rideau canal where
you can master your skating skills in the winter and your boating skills when the ice melts
number six calgary alberta for nearly a decade calgary has been in contention for the economist
intelligence unit's most livable north american cities on occasion it's even come out on top
despite some more recent economic travails there's an undeniable western charm to calgary earning
it nicknames like cow town and the stampede city the city is known for the calgary stampede which
was established as a rodeo and festival in 1912. calgary provides classic natural western backdrops
as well from the riverside views at prince's island park to the plains of nose hill park
to experience the urban side of the city there isn't a more fetching vantage point than atop
calgary tower as a memento to remember your trip pick out a cowboy hat that calls to you
number 5. halifax nova scotia if you want to spend your vacation surrounded by views of the water
the halifax regional municipality delivers in more ways than one nova scotia's capital
has a variety of coastal locales each presenting halifax in a different light peggy's cove at st
margaret's bay brings out halifax's rural appeal with its signature lighthouse and rustic homes
for a taste of urban life take a ferry ride in downtown halifax while you're down there chow
down at one of halifax's many seafood restaurants you can't go wrong with a lobster dinner by the
waterfront visitors can also let their feet drag in the sand as they walk along the lengthy coasts
of martinique beach crystal crescent beach or taylor head beach number 4. quebec city quebec
quebec is among north america's oldest cities and its roots can be seen and experienced in its
historic architecture quaint shops and enchanting outdoor venues while we can't say that it
outshines france quebec deserves to be mentioned in the same sentence even if you can't book a
reservation the chateau fault knack hotel is just one of the numerous landmarks where you can create
instagramable memories old quebec feels untouched by time with buildings ranging from the 17th
to the 19th century being named a unesco world heritage site in 1985. and while quebec has a lot
of urban charms it's not without nearby natural wonders like momahasi falls and the saint lawrence
river driving across the pierre lapolte bridge it becomes apparent that you're in a magical place
number three toronto ontario we the north right after los angeles and the big apple toronto is
the place to be for film and tv production it even hosts one of the industry's premier film festivals
slumdog millionaire lalaland and jojo rabbit are just some of the films from tiff that went on to
score oscars but of course toronto isn't just for cinephiles as canada's most populous city not to
mention one of its most multicultural there's something for everyone sports fans can catch a
game at [ __ ] field booties can enjoy a meal with a view at cn tower and animal lovers can observe
more than 450 species at the toronto zoo for an activity that will appeal to the whole family
watching the cherry blossoms is a long-standing toronto tradition number 2. montreal quebec
we'd be remiss if we didn't mention that watchmojo's headquarters is based in montreal
that's hardly the reason why montreal ranks so high but we know from first-hand experience that
this is a wonderful place to live and visit in so many ways the city is home to one of the most
gorgeous structures in canada notre dame basilica it's an architectural marvel especially when it's
decked out in lights it's even well worth the comparison to the legendary notre dame de paris
and of course quebec is indeed a province that lives in french although in cosmopolitan
montreal you'll find that many if not most residents are fluent in both english and french
while old montreal as in quebec city is reminiscent of classic europe the city as a whole
is loaded with distinct tourist-friendly landmarks like the biosphere and mount royal montreal has
an identity that's all its own before we get to our top pick here are a few honorable mentions
saskatoon saskatchewan few canadian cities are sunnier charlottetown prince edward island for
oysters and seaside views number one vancouver british columbia if there's one thing canada
is renowned for it's being polite and friendly to visitors and no city is more neighborly than
vancouver which is also wonderfully diverse by bringing together so many people from different
backgrounds vancouver is a buzz with a wide array of different cultures and flavors we can't stress
that last one enough as vancouver's food scene will fill anyone's appetite for adventure as you
eat your way across vancouver you can burn carbs while exploring gas town kitsilano chinatown and
other amazing neighborhoods and vancouver strikes the perfect balance between urban playground and
outdoor paradise with plentiful mountains looming near the city so you can get your fill of active
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