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This intimate, sophisticated
seaside City is the vacation capital of Canada and the
premiere tourist spot in the Pacific Northwest.
Victoria is situated on the
southern tip of Vancouver Island and sparkles in one of
Canada's mildest climates. This area is the sunniest spot in
the province and the gentlest in the country in terms of
climate, environment, and lifestyle.
Victoria's unique character
is deeply rooted in its 150-year history -- a history full of
colorful people and fascinating tales. The city's British
colonial heritage is still very much in evidence, but
contemporary Victoria has a distinctly Pacific northwest
flavor.
Today, Victoria is best
known as the capital city of British Columbia, and as a
world-renowned tourism destination. One of the most
visitor-friendly cities anywhere, Victoria is also one of
Canada's favourite places to call home.
Greater Victoria and its
outlying areas now have a population of 300,000, and the
one-time colonial outpost is alive with cosmopolitan dining,
superb shopping, a colorful nightlife and a full complement of
cultural offerings. |
