Halifax is the capital
city of Nova Scotia in Canada. It is best to visit in summers as in winter the
coldest day ever recorded was -29.4°C. In Halifax, 59% of the population is
under 45, making it demographically young. So, here you find many degree-granting
universities like Dalhousie University, Mount Saint Vincent University, Saint
Mary’s University, Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, Nova Scotia Community
College and The Atlantic School of Theology. Seafood like Lobster, Atlantic
salmon, and Digby scallops are some of the popular things you will find here in
abundance.
A number of airlines, including the American, Canadian and European, provide international flights to Halifax from different cities of US. These flights are direct (non-stop) as well as with one or more connections. People fly to Halifax for enjoying their vacations and for work-related reasons
The top 8 tourist
attractions of Halifax are as follows -
1) Halifax Waterfront
Boardwalk - It is open 24 hours a
day and is considered one of the best city walks in Canada. You can start your
walk from Halifax Seaport towards Casino Nova Scotia which is 3 kilometers
towards the north. Along the walk you can visit Halifax Buildings build in the
historic period, Garrison Brewery, Halifax Farmer's Market and Cable Wharf.
2) Pier 21 - It’s a national museum now but between 1928
and 1971 around 1 million immigrants passed through the terminal. This museum
is dedicated to 500,000 + Canadians who departed from port to fight in World
War II. Through various exhibitions, events, and ceremonies tourist came to
know the story of how people immigrated to the country by sea.
3) Halifax Citadel - It’s one of the most visited places where you
will step back in time and even can become a soldier for a day. There is a free
45 minutes guided tour in which you can explore the National Historic site by
being dressed in an authentic military uniform and learn to fire a
Snider-Enfield rifle.
4) Peggy’s Cove
Lighthouse - The red and white
lighthouse is Nova Scotia's most visited attractions and it’s still operational
and used by the Canadian Coast Guard. It is considered one of the famous
lighthouses in the world and most photographed structures around the globe.
5) Halifax Public
Gardens - These finest
Victorian Gardens are situated in a 6.5-hectare area and consist of many trees,
shrubs, and flowers that are set aside of fountains and statues. It was given a
title as a National Historic Site in 1984.
6) Winter Activities - If you visit Halifax in winters then you get
a chance to visit Emera Oval which is an outdoor skating rink and it’s the size
of three NHL hockey rinks. Over 2000 people come here every day in winters to
enjoy speed skating competitions, biking, rollerblading and roller-skating and
here you will find skating lessons too if you want to learn this sport.
7) Historic Village - 20 minutes from downtown Halifax you will
enjoy the charming Fisherman's Cove which is a restored 200-year-old fishing
village. It’s a great way to get a glimpse of the city's past. You will find
many shops and fresh seafood or you can enjoy sipping a coffee with a slice of
cake and visit the shops of some local artists. These shops are set up on old
boathouses that are lined along the shoreline.
8) McNab Island - It is a great time to enjoy the scenery and
hike through this island which is 395 hectares of area. You can enjoy the
National Historic Site of Fort McNab and watch many seasonal birds in this
island. Over 22 Kilometers of trails are set up which is covered with beautiful
coastal and forest settings.
The local people in
Halifax are very helpful as whenever you lost your way or any belonging chances
are there you find some volunteer to guide you on the right path. Want to
click a photo then ask any person for a hand. If you still planning a trip
or you are already here then don't forget to check our other travel blogs for
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