Welcome to Edmonton, the capital city of Alberta! Located near the middle of the province
of Alberta. Edmonton is the largest city on the Trans-Canada Highway, which accesses more national
and provincial parks than any other route across Western Canada.
Edmonton is known as the "Festival City", welcoming hundreds of thousands of guests each year
to various cultural events. It is also home to the world's largest shopping and entertainment
centre, West Edmonton Mall, which includes an indoor skating rink, water park and amusement park.
The Muttart Conservatory features plants and flowers from around the globe and is noted for its
architecture, as is the remarkable Alberta Legislature Building. For family fun, Fort Edmonton
Park is reputed to be Canada's largest living history museum. Or take a stroll through Old Strathcona
to visit the many heritage buildings and eating venues located along this historic district.
If it's sporting events you're after, you'll find them in the "City of Champions", with 70
golf courses and extensive sporting venues throughout the city. Home to the Edmonton Oilers hockey
club and the Edmonton Eskimos football team, this city is also host of the annual Canadian Finals
Rodeo and the adrenaline-filled Grand Prix.
Experience Edmonton's charm in the spectacular river valley, the largest stretch of urban
parkland in North America. With over 90km of trails, the breathtaking views can be enjoyed year
round, whether you're walking, biking, or skiing. |
