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  • Updated By PA2AKgirl on October 20, 2004
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  • Public Gardens - Halifax
    by PA2AKgirl
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    It’s hard to choose, but, for me, the Public Gardens may have been the best thing we saw in Halifax. They are so tranquil and a perfect way to start a tour of the historic area. For a Saturday morning, it was pretty early but there were many people walking around enjoying the sunny (but breezy) day—I don’t blame them: if I had something like this in my city (if I lived in a city, that is) I’d take advantage of it as well.

    Bobby and I walked pretty much the whole area and could have stayed there much longer but a loud tour group came in. When the bagpiper started playing, the setting seemed perfect…until he played the intro to the same song about 7 times;-) No, it was still very enjoyable. We were there in September and while I’m sure they are even more beautiful in the spring and early summer, the landscaping made it so it didn’t matter what flowers were blooming, it’s a wonderful place to visit. There are lots of ducks and swans hanging out, too so you’ll have some friends tagging along.

    The gardens are free and open from the beginning of May until the end of October.

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  • Address: South Park Street
  • Directions: Walk up Spring Garden to South Park Street

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    Public Gardens: the bandstand
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  • Updated By willy_wonka on March 13, 2005
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    the gazebo located in the heart of the public gardens was built to commemorate the golden jubilee of queen victoria in 1887. today the gazebo hosts concerts on sunny sunday afternoons, and is a very popular spot for wedding photos etc. on the dark and gloomy day i was here, it was the perfect spot to shield away from the wet dew and take in the views of the beautiful gardens.

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  • Address: spring garden road

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    Public Gardens: the public gardens
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  • Updated By willy_wonka on March 13, 2005
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    the halifax public gardens were started by a group of haligonians (name given to those from halifax) who wanted to indulge in their passion of gardening exotic plants and vegetables. it was in 1874 that the city took over the gardens and made them public, and to this day it is a beautiful spot in downtown halifax. this typically victorian garden is picture perfect, and a wonderful way to quieten down after alot of walking!

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  • Address: spring garden road

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    Public Gardens: PUBLIC GARDENS
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  • Updated By pieter_jan_v on October 17, 2004
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    I visited the Gardens on the saturday before hurricane Juan hit. I was lucky to capture some of the beauty that was destroyed soon after. I hope the Gardens will be restored in their original beauty.

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  • Address: South Park
  • Directions: First Spring Garden Road, than .....

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    Public Gardens: Public Gardens
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  • Updated By tvor on November 20, 2006
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  • Public Gardens - Halifax
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    In the heart of Halifax are several acres of formal Victorian gardens. It was first created in 1836, the oldest public gardens in Canada. There is a gazebo that was built in 1887 where there are concerts in summer. There are many beds of flowers and trees, fountains and a large duck population. It's a lovely place to wander, sit in the sun and read or laze on the grass though there's only one spot you are allowed to do that. It's situated a few blocks up Spring Garden Road which is THE best street in Halifax.

    The Public Gardens closes it's gates from Mid November to Victoria Day weekend (third Monday in May)

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  • Directions: circled by Spring Garden Road, South Park Street, Sackville Street and Summer Street.

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  • Updated By marcoparco on September 10, 2004
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  • The Gardens - Halifax
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    The Halifax Public Gardens are very well known...and for good reason. They are simply beautiful and ancient. They originated back in 1836. Unfortunately a few years ago Halifax got hit by Hurricane Juan and the Gardens suffered great damage. People say that the Gardens were much nicer before the hurricane and are still recuperating. I still found them to be amazing. The area is also very popular for newlyweds wedding pictures. I believe i saw 5 brides during our walk through the garden!

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  • Address: Spring Garden Rd & South Park St
  • Directions: Downtown Halifax

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    Public Gardens: Halifax Public Gardens
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  • Updated By nsca on July 27, 2003
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    These are the oldest Victorian Gardens in North America. An exquisite place to wander around, or plunk youself down on a bench to watch the swans gliding across the central pond. Pop into the canteen for a delicious cup of organic coffee and a fresh scone with strawberry preserves .Say hi to Anna while you are there. Pick up a postcard and sit under one of the enormous trees to write a note to someone you love....

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  • Address: Corner of Spring Garden Road and South Park St.
  • Directions: South End

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    Public Gardens: A natural haven in downtown Halifax
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  • By Jefie on September 9, 2006
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    I only made it to the Public Gardens because it was part of the city's historic walking tour, not expecting anything spectacular. Let me tell you that I was very pleasantly surprised! The Halifax Public Gardens opened up in 1867, the same year Canada became a country. Designed according to the Victorian fashion of the day, the 17-acre park is graced with beautiful floral designs, birds and trees, fountains and statues that all come together to create a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. So if you need to unwind after a busy day touring around the city, just bring a book with you, pick your favorite bench and enjoy the gardens!

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  • Address: Entrance on Spring Garden Rd
  • Directions: Downtown Halifax
  • Website: www.halifaxpublicgardens.ca

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    Public Gardens: Halifax Public Gardens
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  • By victorwkf on June 7, 2006
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    There is a beautiful and idyllic public gardens located along the junction of Spring Garden Road and South Park Street, just across the famous Lord Nelson Hotel. This is a good place to send a quiet afternoon, however do take note that it is not opened during late autumn and winter.

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  • By Hot-Holly on August 26, 2002
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  • Public gardens on Spring Garden are very nice. On the Corner of Spring Garden/South Park
    It's beautiful, has nice gates and everything. Good walk...

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  • Address: On the Corner of Spring Garden/South Park
  • Other Contact: Just go there.. um I dunno when

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