What happens when you hear the word Nova Scotia? Some people are familiar with it and say it's a province of Canada, while some say that they didn't even know that place existed till I mentioned it.
Well, Nova Scotia is a Latin for New Scotland and the second smallest province of the country. It has a nice moderate climate w/c is pretty rare since it is located above the United States. It's still pretty cold though reaching -11 Celsius during winter, and warmer during summer at about 20-25 Celsius, good atmosphere for outdoor activities.
Considering that they have stunning scenery because you are never more than 2 hours from the coast. From whale watching to surfing, or if you just want to have breakfast on top of a hill overlooking the ocean,
Nova Scotia is the place to be. By the way, you could also rent a kayak and paddle along the towering cliffs for a breath taking view.
If you want to go down a more historic approach of the province, Pier 21 is the place to be. Considered one of Canada's Seven Wonders, it is a major tourist destination.
Rich with history, this place has been compared to New York's Ellis Island. It has been the "front door" to a million refugees, wartime troops, evacuees, and war brides.
You could also try the John Cabot landing site, a monument to the first European that ever set foot on the province on 1497.
From the point of view of a tourist, scenery and history are just two angles of an adventure. The third angle would be the food. Who doesn't love good food?
Nova Scotia used to have fishing as one of its major industries. Fresh food abound the place. From sea side markets where you pick your own lobster and choose the way you want it cooked. To the more elegant fine dining restaurants, Nova Scotia has it all.
As I looked up pictures of Nova Scotia, I was amazed at how the place looked beautiful. And I came over a picture of a couple dining on top of a hill while looking at whales break the surface. Absolutely stunning. No other word for it.
by:
The Flagman
