09/01/2017

Exploring Places LXXIII: Nova Scotia, Canada

We have received a postcard from NOVA SCOTIA!

Nova Scotia scenery. Metcap.com

WHERE IS NOVA SCOTIA?

Nova Scotia (New Scotland in English) is one of Canada's three Maritime Provinces located on the Atlantic part of the country. Its provincial capital is Halifax. In 2011, the population was 921,727 making Nova Scotia the second most-densely populated province in Canada.

Location of Nova Scotia in Canada. Wikipedia

NOVA SCOTIA IS FAMOUS FOR…

…its breathtaking scenery and coastline. Nova Scotia has two national parks: Kejimkujik and Cape Breton Highlands, and many other protected areas. The Bay of Fundy has the highest tidal range in the world, and the iconic Peggys Cove is internationally recognized and receives 600,000 plus visitors a year.

Cape Breton Highlands. Pinterest

… its musicians including Grammy Award winners Denny Doherty (from The Mamas & the Papas), Anne Murray, and Sarah McLachlan. Other Nova Scottish musicians are country singer Hank Snow, country singer George Canyon, jazz singer Holly Cole, opera singers Portia White and Barbara Hannigan, multi-Juno Award nominated rapper Classified, Rita MacNeil, Matt Mays, Sloan, Feist, Todd Fancey, The Rankin Family, April Wine, Buck 65, Joel Plaskett, Grand Dérangement, and country music singer Drake Jensen.

The Mamas & the Papas. Pinterest (Denny Doherty first on the left)

PLACES TO VISIT
Halifax Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

Halifax Maritime Museum
A must visit for everyone who wants to learn about the effects of World II on Halifax, with incredible model ships and aircraft that'll take you back in time. It includes the Titanic exhibit, where you can see relics from the "unsinkable ship” like an intact medicine cabinet and pieces of the Titanic's great staircase.

Halifax Maritime Museum. Titanic
Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

A look into The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia permanent collection gives you a good summary of Halifax life and is a nice way to get to know the city. From folk artist Maud Lewis's eclectic home to kids workshops that nurture the youngest budding artists, The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia offers plenty of pleasing ways to spend a few hours as you peruse their extensive and impressive collections.

For hundreds of thousands of immigrants who made Canada their new home, Pier 21 is where they took their first steps on Canadian soil. Today, Pier 21 is an immigration museum on Halifax's harbour where you can stop by for interesting exhibits that reveal stories of the million people who passed through the pier.

Fort Anne is a four-star fort built to protect the harbour of Annapolis Royal. The fort repelled all French attacks during the early stages of King George's War. Now designated a National Historic Site of Canada, it houses a museum with exhibits about the fort's history and historic artifacts from the area. A 1/2 km trail runs along the fort's earthen walls, and provides a view of the Annapolis River and basin.

Glooscap Heritage Centre

Glooscap Heritage Centre
Located in Millbrook, the Centre offers an innovative multimedia presentation of the rich history of the Mi’kmaw people, as Glooscap guides you through their trials, tribulations and triumphs. Exhibits include ancient artifacts; stunning quillwork and beadwork; and a giant statue of the legendary Glooscap.

Kejimkujik National Park

Kejimkujik National Park

Situated in Maitland Bridge in the Fundy Shore and Annapolis Valley region, it is the only inland national park in the Maritimes. Visitors will find historic canoe routes, portages and many beautiful hiking trails in the park. The park is 381 km² with abundant lakes and rivers ideal for canoeing and kayaking – the best in Eastern Canada.  The park’s lush woodlands and gently rolling landscapes are home to a variety of wildlife. 


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