VYTAIEMO is an Ukrainian greeting after which a statue is named placed in the Coastal Park opposite the Westin Hotel.
It is dedicated to the centenary celebration of the Ukrainian immigrants that... more
Most of the best attractions are within walking distance of each other. The Maritime Museum, the Citadel, Historic Properties and the restaurants and shops along the waterfront can all be accessed by... more
There are many universities in Halifax (e.g. Dalhousie University, University of King's College) and you can see students of many races along the streets of Halifax, making this a really cosmopolitan... more
One of the charms of Halifax Harbour are the impressive ships on display, especially historical ships dating back many years. Of course the most famous ship on display ins the Bluenose II, the... more
Halifax's downtown is small and perfect for strolling around. It makes for the perfect pub crawl. It's also home to CFB Halifax, where sailors from all over the world come to. You'll meet them in all... more
1.Alfredo's wine and Ho restaurant
2.the ice cream parlour on the Halifax boardwalk
3.King of Donairs restaurant (the best donairs in the know world)
4.of course the 'Gazebo'
5.my favorite fishing... more
picture: View from the Citadel of Halifax and Dartmouth on the other side of the Bedford Basin. Halifax is the provincial capital of Nova Scotia and is home to the second largest natural harbour in... more
One of my fondest memories of Halifax is the beautiful autumn colours of the trees and leaves. Usually autumn will reach full height in mid-October, but some leaves can still be seen till end of... more
A trip around the Cabot Trail encompassing the tip of Cape Breton Island is well worth it. We had been on the coast of Ireland only two months earlier and were amazed at the similarities in the... more
Walk around and enjoy the great scenery and history of the place. The Point Pleasant Park is very nice and has alot of old ruins of forts. In the summer they run Shakespeare in the park, where they... more
My fondest memory is of the very first time my dad took me to Peggy's Cove. My older brother teased me the whole way -- I was terribly upset. Then when we got up to the lighthouse and I saw the ocean,... more
Halifax Public Libraries have free internet access terminals *for patrons with a library card* at most of their 14 locations. If you have a library card, you... more
Searching for information is rather simple at Halifax: just follow the ?-signs.Useful links:HalifaxHalifax AirportHalifax weatherHarbour Waterfront webcamFerry... more
The local tourism industry is promoting Halifax as a great place for a holiday for members of the LGBT community and with that in mind, have launched a new... more
I think we've created a haven for deer . Our sub division is made upmof lots 1 to 2 acres. They are heaven for deer that come to eat our gardens . They are... more
We live on a little woodland lake . When life doesn't get in the way , I like to take the time to look up and watch the soft pink sunset on our own tiny spot in... more
If you are interested in Nova Scotia's history visit The Nova Scotia Archives & Records Management. Especially when you are into genealogy this is the place to... more
There are many places in Halifax where you can get visitor information.Year-round Visitor Information Centres:Scotia Square Visitor Centre, 5251 Duke Street,... more
Halifax residents are called "Haligonians" The oldest stone in Halifax's oldest cemetery, the Old Burying Ground, dates from 1752, just three years after the... more
You're probably thinking that the library is the last place you want to spend your time while visiting Halifax, but keep this in mind: it offers free internet!... more
One of the things I most enjoyed about Halifax was its "Registered Heritage Properties" blue plaques. Affixed on heritage buildings, they instantly tell the... more
This is one of many activities that one can do while in this area. The North Atlantic coastal region of Canada is full of excellent places to fish and there is... more
THIS IS NOT A FAVORITE THINGLike many larger cities, there are great contrasts found throughout Halifax. One of them being the homeless living so close to the... more
The Halifax Explosion occurred on December 6, 1917. It killed 2000 people and injured some 9000. More info can be found at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantics.... more
Finding a statue of Edward Cornwallis located at the Cornwallis Park opposite the Railway station.In June, 1749 Colonel Edward Cornwallis arrived as the new... more
I live in Halifax, ok, technically Dartmouth but it's all part of the Halifax Regional Municipality. Halifax was founded in 1749 by the British as a military outpost and the military features strongly...
I live in Halifax, Nova Scotia . If you haven't been here , it's a must for your travel "to go list".
We are an ocean province ....so if you like the water ....this is the spot to be . ...many great...
After dealing with semi crappy weather all week, we finally received a break in Halifax. I couldn't have asked for a better place to have wonderful weather, but I would have loved it in any kind of......
Halifax is one of North America's major port city and the provincial capital of Nova Soctia province. The population is about 400,000 people, and the city is very clean, beautiful and laid back. The...
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