subject: Enjoy The Diversity Of Vancouver [print this page] One of the most diverse places in the world is Vancouver, the largest city in Canada. The city has quite a rich ecosystem as water surrounds it from all three sides. Some of the great features you can enjoy include beaches, lush green meadows, breathtaking mountains, rivers, and lakes.
There are many activities that you can participate in when you visit Vancouver as well including trout fishing, whale watching, and bird watching. Whatever time of the year you will find things to enjoy from swimming to skiing. It offers a very friendly atmosphere, which contributed to its choice as the Best City in the Americas.
The following are just a few of the numerous attractions that Vancouver has to offer.
Stanley Park
The Stanley Park is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Vancouver. The park, which is within 1,000 acres of an evergreen oasis, is a great place to relax. Both plant and animal lovers enjoy this park alike. In fact, all naturalists love it. The park offers you the opportunity to see some unique plants and animals all in one place.
Capilano Suspension Bridge
This is another popular destination, with a long history that dates back to 1889 when it was first constructed. This is the largest suspension footbridge in the world and hangs across the Capilano River.
Granville Island
The Granville Island is one of the best cultural hotspots in Vancouver, where you will find many galleries, theaters, and a large public market.
Museums
Vancouver has a number of special museums where you will be able to learn a great deal. For example, if you would like to learn about the family life in the city between 1890 and 1925, then you should visit the Roedde House Museum. If you are interested in the artifact of the original people of the Northwest Coast then head to the Museum of Anthropology.
Mountains
Some of the places you can visit include the Grouse Mountains, where you will get the chance to participate in a variety of activities such as sleigh riding, ice skating, and even helicopter tours. At Mount Seymour, you will have the unique opportunity of walking forest trails that lead up to panoramic vistas among others. Other great mountains worth visiting include the Cypress Mountains, as well as the Whistler and Blackcomb mountains.
Beaches
If you love water sports, there are several beaches that you can visit including the English Bay, Spanish Banks, Locarno Beach, Kitsilano Beach, Jericho Beach, and Crescent.
There are several other special points of interest in Vancouver you should consider visiting including:
- the Minter Gardens that are composed of11 gardens with different and unique themes
- the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science where you can witness both whale and dolphin shows
- the Space Center that offers great star gazing
- the Science World which offers a children's gallery
There are also many accommodation options for those traveling on a budget. There are many special packages that will help you to make great savings.