Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Victoria - Feel the Magnificent Nature from Close

Victoria is the capital city of British Columbia and claims to be the oldest city of the western Canada. The city is named after Queen Victoria. In the year 1843, Victoria acted the Hudson Bay Company trading post. In the present day, it has become one of the most visited tourist centre in Canada. Victoria is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Getting to the Victoria is very easy and on reaching to the city you will feel full of life.

As Victoria enjoys milder climate than rest of the cities in Canada, all through the year the gardens of Victoria bloom in different colors. The wilderness of the Pacific Coast and the wide choices for outdoor adventures beckons numerous visitors every year. The panoramic view of the ocean and mountains is not limited. Wherever you go in and around the city, you will surely have the stunning view of the natural beauty of Victoria.

The environment of Victoria is clean and charming and is full of surprises. The Beacon Hill Park is the main green space within the city. Here you can find numerous playing fields, manicured gardens, exotic species, zoo and extraordinary view of Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic mountain range. Other scenic wonders and sites to visit in Victoria are Butchart Gardens, National Historic Sites, Fisgard Lighthouse, Craigflower Manor and many more.

So, visit Victoria and explore the beauty of the city. Apart from being a major tourist destination in Canada, it is also an important destination for conventions, meeting and conferences.