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 Dinosaur Ice sculpture in the Crystal Garden. by janika The Crystal garden is one of the highlights of the Winterlude in Ottawa. This is the 17-th International Ice-Carving Competition in 2004. The artists usually start carving their creations like a week before the main event opens it's doors on February-15. The artists are given a few tons of ice in a form of huge mega-blocks. They have special tools to move and lift these cubes due to their weight. As you can see on the image (Please enlarge) the statue is made of layers of ice. In some instance the artists work free hand and in some case they draw on the slices already placed on each other. Please go and take a look at the travelogue I've created with more pictures of the Crystal Garden. One more thing. Please be aware of parking in downtown during the Winterlude activities. It is very difficult to find (No pay) parking. Especially on week days. Use public transportation if you can. Once you are in downtown, you can take the "Snow Bus" operated by OC Transpo. This is free with a bust ticket transfer. The Snow Bus will take you around from one activity to the next. Only operates during the Winterlude. OC Transpo Info line: 613 741-4390. I really hope you find these tips useful and we'll be glad to have you as a visitor in Ottawa. Dress warm and have lots of fun! :) Leave a Comment Address: Confederation ParkPhone: 1-800-465-1867Directions: Laurier & Elgin St
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 Crystal Garden Entrance, Ottawa by janika This is my favorite part of Winterlude. The Crystal garden at Confederation park. You see many beautiful ice sculptures there carved out of ice. The artists come from all over the World to show the visitors their talent. You can see a nice sculpture on my Home page, at the very top. The statues are lit at night and each have a sign in front of them representing the statue and introduce the artist and the country where they are from. Don't miss this when coming to Ottawa during the Winterlude. Leave a Comment
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 Ottawa Ice Sculpture Competition by jamiesno Every February, Canada's Capital Region is host to Winterlude, North America's greatest winter festival. Three fun-filled weekends of excitement and activity await the whole family! From spectacular ice carvings to an amazing playground made of snow, Winterlude is a great way to take in the best of our Canadian winter. I was particularly amazing by the Ice Carvings in Confederation Park. These were amazing and really amazing to walk around and admire. If your planning a winter visit to Ottawa I would certainly consider going around this time in February to take in these activities. Leave a Comment
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 Dows Lake,Winterlude event,Ottawa,Ontario,Canada. by Greggor58 "Winterlude"... is essentialy a Winter Carnival with many activities relating to yess.....Winter....Ice Carvings....Competitions in skiing and skatiing...both serious and silly in nature..and many other "activities"....all intended to provide a bit of fun and light entertainment. Every Winter since 1979 Ottawa plays host to a Winter Carnival like event that spans three consecutive weekends... In 2008, Canada’s Capital Region celebrated the 30th edition of Winterlude...and most Winterlude activities are free of charge, but registration and admission fees may apply to certain sporting events and shows.
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by galeena1 been around since 1979 this festival is one of the best winter festivals in North America. It is quite interesting to see especially if you dont live in freezing temperatures. You get a chance to sculpt some snow/ice with the help of professionals, check the waiters and waitresses race where skaters must carry a serving tray between tables without dropping the bottle of water.(DOWS LAKE) or vote for the best stew offered for $10 by Byward Market restaurants. This is the time of the year to enjoy it all in Ottawa! have fun and some Hot Chocolate and Beavertail while on the ice. Leave a Comment Address: www.winterlude.ca
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 Winterlude - Ice Sculptures by Wolverine_13 Winterlude is a winter carnival which takes place the first couple of weeks of Feb. around the downtown area. It is alot of fun stuff to do, there's an ice and snow scuplting competition, the worldest longest skating rink (Rideau Canal), tons of special events, fireworks, ice slides (Jacque Cartier Park in Hull), etc etc. A great family activity, or couple activity. It's really alot of fun, and I definetly recommend it! Leave a Comment Address: Downtown Ottawa & HullDirections: Dow's Lake, Rideau Canal, Major Hill's Park, Jacque Cartier Park, etcWebsite: www.winterlude.ca
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 Ice Sculptures at The Crystal Garden by johngayton Whilst destinations in sunnier climes promote their sun, sea and sand, here in Ottawa and the National Capital Region they promote cold, ice and snow!! At least for the for the first 3 weeks of February anyway when the area hosts its annual Winterlude festival (Bal de Niege for the Francophones). Winterlude is an activity-packed 3 weeks when pretty much everything imaginable to do with ice or snow happens and usually coincides with the opening of the Rideau Canal as the world's largest ice rink. As well as the usual winter sports such a skating, sledging & etc other events include ice-carving, snow-sculpture, live music and theatre performances including many childrens activities. Most of the events are centred around the 3 weekends but there is always something happening somewhere and as a little plus many of the local restaurants participate in a "Taste of Winterlude" promotion with set-price menus featuring, where possible seasonal local produce. Website below has all the info. Leave a Comment
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 The Ice Sculptures during Winterlude by duanestorey Around February, Ottawa has their big winter carnival, Winterlude. Go downtown for lots of crazy events, and ice-sculpting.. Leave a Comment Address: By the Ottawa City Hall
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by VTShounen Three weekends of winter-themed fun, to break the winter-bleahs. Great idea, well organized, lots of fun. Mostly aimed at families but a good excuse to party for the young too (MuchMusic's Electric Circus on Parliament Hill for eg..) Leave a Comment Directions: Activities and snow/ice sculptures throughout the region.Other Contact: Pic of snow sculpture on Dows La
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by Iam_CDN During the first 3 weekends Ottawa plays host to one of the worlds largest winter festivals 'Winterlude'. Amazing sculpture compatition, beavertails!! and oh yea skatng on the worlds longest skating rink. Leave a Comment Address: Dows lake, and downtown Ottawa.
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