Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia
imagine what it can do for you.
Slow down. Kick Back. Relax."
Imagine scenery where the cliffs and the ocean come together. Nova Scotia has 7600 kilometers of seacoast. No matter where you are in the province you can reach the coast within a 2 hour drive. Nova Scotia has 7 areas for you to explore:
- Evangeline Trail parallels the Fundy coast where the tides raise up to 16.5 metres
- Glooscap Trail known also as nature's jewel box where you can explore pristine beaches where agates and sparkling amethysts can be found.
- Sunrise Trail follows country roads that wind along sandy shores. The Scottish heritage is experienced at the Highland Games with the sounds of the bagpipes.
- Cape Breton Island is a part of Nova Scotia not to be missed! Two wonderful trails are in Cape Breton - the Ceilidh Trail where the bagpipers and fiddlers celebrate Gaelic culture, and the Cabot Trail where moose and bald eagles are part of the landscape along with the humpback whales seen in the waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
- Marine Drive along the eastern shore is a playground for nature lovers with unspoiled beaches and tidal inlets.
- Halifax Metro a significant port city since its founding in 1749. The waterfront offers entertainment and historical landmarks.
- Lighthouse Route along the south shore takes you through an unforgettable landscape of costal beauty and historic charm.
Nova Scotia offers many attractions for those of all ages. To list a few:
- Fortess of Louisbourg National Historic Site, the largest reconstructed 18th century French fortified town in North America
- "Old Town" Lunenburg UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrating 250 years of seafaring heritage
- Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
- wonderful beaches, golfing and hiking trails
- Peggy's Cove a must to see
- many festivals in all areas of the province
- quaint villages and towns with wonderful craft items
The list could go on and on. Visit
Nova Scotia's tourism site for
more information on the many things to see and do in Nova Scotia!
Nova Scotia is located east of the province of New Brunswick.
Listed below are just some of the major cities, towns and areas of Nova Scotia:
Nova Scotia's population is approximately 943,000.
Annapolis Valley
Antigonish
Cape Breton Island
Town of Digby
Halifax the capital city
Lunenburg
Truro
Yarmouth