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Victoria - the "City of Gardens". 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 colourful
people and fascinating tales. The city's British colonial
heritage is still very much in evidence, but contemporary
Victoria has a distinctly Pacific northwest flavour.
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 colourful nightlife and a full
complement of cultural offerings.
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