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n oasis of tranquility in an otherwise bustling Chinatown, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is the first ever Chinese garden built outside of China and is a model of a Ming Dynasty scholar's home. It is a non-profit organization connecting cultures & communities through festivals, live music, art exhibits, theatre, education & wellness programs.In 2011, the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Garden was named one of the "Top Ten City Gardens" in the world by National Geographic in their publication "Secret Journeys of a Lifetime".
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Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
578 Carrall Stn oasis of tranquility in an otherwise bustling Chinatown, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is the first ever Chinese garden built outside of China and is a model of a Ming Dynasty scholar's home. It is a non-profit organization connecting cultures & communities through festivals, live music, art exhibits, theatre, education & wellness programs.In 2011, the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Garden was named one of the "Top Ten City Gardens" in the world by National Geographic in their publication "Secret Journeys of a Lifetime".
Stanley Park is a magnificent green oasis in the midst of the urban landscape of Vancouver. Explore the 400-hectare natural West Coast rainforest and enjoy scenic views of water, mountains, sky, and majestic trees along Stanley Park's famous Seawall. Discover kilometres of trails, beautiful beaches, local wildlife, great eats, natural, cultural and historical landmarks, along with many other adventures. The park offers a wide range of unforgettable experiences for all ages and interests, including Canada’s largest aquarium.
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Stanley Park
610 Pipeline RdStanley Park is a magnificent green oasis in the midst of the urban landscape of Vancouver. Explore the 400-hectare natural West Coast rainforest and enjoy scenic views of water, mountains, sky, and majestic trees along Stanley Park's famous Seawall. Discover kilometres of trails, beautiful beaches, local wildlife, great eats, natural, cultural and historical landmarks, along with many other adventures. The park offers a wide range of unforgettable experiences for all ages and interests, including Canada’s largest aquarium.
A 15-minute drive from downtown Vancouver, the iconic Capilano Suspension Bridge is a Vancouver landmark. Since 1889, visitors and locals alike have flocked to this famous swinging bridge across Capilano Canyon, making it one of Canada's most popular attractions. The reason is simple - there are so many things to see and do. Committed to preserving and presenting its history, culture and nature in unique and thrilling ways, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is Canadian in nature, universal in appeal.
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Capilano Suspension Bridge
3735 Capilano RdA 15-minute drive from downtown Vancouver, the iconic Capilano Suspension Bridge is a Vancouver landmark. Since 1889, visitors and locals alike have flocked to this famous swinging bridge across Capilano Canyon, making it one of Canada's most popular attractions. The reason is simple - there are so many things to see and do. Committed to preserving and presenting its history, culture and nature in unique and thrilling ways, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is Canadian in nature, universal in appeal.
Underneath Vancouver, Canada, there runs a series of steam pipes connected to a generating plant at Georgia and Beatty Streets. The system provides heat to most of the downtown core, and provides the steam for the whistles of the Gastown steam clock.
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Gastown Vancouver Buhar Saati
305 Water StUnderneath Vancouver, Canada, there runs a series of steam pipes connected to a generating plant at Georgia and Beatty Streets. The system provides heat to most of the downtown core, and provides the steam for the whistles of the Gastown steam clock.
Located in the West End of Vancouver next to Stanley Park, English Bay is the main bay in Vancouver, BC, Canada. When asked what to visit in Vancouver, English Bay is always at or near the top of the list! English bay is what made Vancouver what it is today. It is where the city meets the ocean!
For over 100 years, English Bay has been a big part of the History of Vancouver.
English Bay has many Attractions to see such as English Bay, English Bay Beach, the English Bay Seawall and the Inukshuk Monument.
There are many Activities that you can do from walking on the English Bay Seawall, to swimming in the ocean, to sitting on a bench enjoying the view.
English Bay is also host to Vancouver's largest Events such as the Celebration of Light Fireworks and Festival and the Polar Bear Swim.
There are many Restaurants, Bars, and Concession stands such as the Cactus Club Cafe and concession right on the beach or many restaurants/bars/cafes within a few blocks of English Bay.
If you want to stay near English Bay, there are a number of Hotels such as the historic Sylvia Hotel within a few blocks of the beach.
Finally, this page will tell you all the General Information such as getting there, parking, etc. that you need to know to visit English Bay.
If you come to Vancouver you must visit English Bay!
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English Bay Plajı
Beach Avenue Located in the West End of Vancouver next to Stanley Park, English Bay is the main bay in Vancouver, BC, Canada. When asked what to visit in Vancouver, English Bay is always at or near the top of the list! English bay is what made Vancouver what it is today. It is where the city meets the ocean!
For over 100 years, English Bay has been a big part of the History of Vancouver.
English Bay has many Attractions to see such as English Bay, English Bay Beach, the English Bay Seawall and the Inukshuk Monument.
There are many Activities that you can do from walking on the English Bay Seawall, to swimming in the ocean, to sitting on a bench enjoying the view.
English Bay is also host to Vancouver's largest Events such as the Celebration of Light Fireworks and Festival and the Polar Bear Swim.
There are many Restaurants, Bars, and Concession stands such as the Cactus Club Cafe and concession right on the beach or many restaurants/bars/cafes within a few blocks of English Bay.
If you want to stay near English Bay, there are a number of Hotels such as the historic Sylvia Hotel within a few blocks of the beach.
Finally, this page will tell you all the General Information such as getting there, parking, etc. that you need to know to visit English Bay.
If you come to Vancouver you must visit English Bay!
Food scene
See the spot where the 2010 Winter Olympics took place and meet The Birds, giant sparrow sculptures by artist Myfanwy MacLeod that returned to roost here in August 2018 after being flown to Calgary and China to receive repairs. Found between Manitoba Street, Salt Street, Walter Hardwick Avenue and Athletes Way, the Square is a great place to people-watch and is the hub for restaurants and cafes.
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Olympic Village Square
See the spot where the 2010 Winter Olympics took place and meet The Birds, giant sparrow sculptures by artist Myfanwy MacLeod that returned to roost here in August 2018 after being flown to Calgary and China to receive repairs. Found between Manitoba Street, Salt Street, Walter Hardwick Avenue and Athletes Way, the Square is a great place to people-watch and is the hub for restaurants and cafes.
Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhood, Gastown grew from a single tavern founded by John ‘Gassy Jack’ Deighton back in 1867. Today, the district retains its historic charm and independent spirit. Victorian architecture houses a thriving fashion scene, impeccably curated décor boutiques, one-of-a-kind galleries and some of the best culinary fare in Vancouver. It’s a gathering place for stylish locals and an ideal neighbourhood to explore on foot. Gastown lies along the north of the downtown Vancouver peninsula, from Richards east to Main Street, and south to Hastings Street.
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Gastown
Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhood, Gastown grew from a single tavern founded by John ‘Gassy Jack’ Deighton back in 1867. Today, the district retains its historic charm and independent spirit. Victorian architecture houses a thriving fashion scene, impeccably curated décor boutiques, one-of-a-kind galleries and some of the best culinary fare in Vancouver. It’s a gathering place for stylish locals and an ideal neighbourhood to explore on foot. Gastown lies along the north of the downtown Vancouver peninsula, from Richards east to Main Street, and south to Hastings Street.
One of Vancouver’s few distinct cultural historic neighbourhoods, Chinatown has a universal appeal to locals, tourists, as well as a growing number of emerging chefs, artists, and small business entrepreneurs. The distinct character of buildings are preserved by a heritage designation with murals and window art telling the stories of early Chinese pioneers.
Between 1886-1920, the first wave of Chinese immigrants settled around Carrall Street and Dupont (now Pender) Street. By 1890, the area was home to more than 1,000 Chinese residents. One of the earliest community institutions evolved around the creation of the first of three Chinese opera theatres, the first built in 1890s. In a parallel setting, Canton Alley and Shanghai Alley were named in 1904 with Canton Alley serving as a a point of convergence for trade, political, and cultural activities which fostered the growth and expansion of Chinatown.
Today’s Chinatown is a destination neighbourhood attracting people from across British Columbia and also international tourists. With numerous new attractions and activities nearby, Chinatown is the most complete area with its growing number of renowned restaurants and boutique retail for every budget while honouring the memory of early settlers of our community.
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Chinatown
One of Vancouver’s few distinct cultural historic neighbourhoods, Chinatown has a universal appeal to locals, tourists, as well as a growing number of emerging chefs, artists, and small business entrepreneurs. The distinct character of buildings are preserved by a heritage designation with murals and window art telling the stories of early Chinese pioneers.
Between 1886-1920, the first wave of Chinese immigrants settled around Carrall Street and Dupont (now Pender) Street. By 1890, the area was home to more than 1,000 Chinese residents. One of the earliest community institutions evolved around the creation of the first of three Chinese opera theatres, the first built in 1890s. In a parallel setting, Canton Alley and Shanghai Alley were named in 1904 with Canton Alley serving as a a point of convergence for trade, political, and cultural activities which fostered the growth and expansion of Chinatown.
Today’s Chinatown is a destination neighbourhood attracting people from across British Columbia and also international tourists. With numerous new attractions and activities nearby, Chinatown is the most complete area with its growing number of renowned restaurants and boutique retail for every budget while honouring the memory of early settlers of our community.
The Granville Island Public Market is the jewel in the Island’s crown. An indoor market featuring a fascinating assortment of colourful food and produce stores, showcasing handcrafted products and the very finest in unique gifts. All fresh from the ocean, the oven or the field.
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Granville Island Public Market
1689 Johnston StThe Granville Island Public Market is the jewel in the Island’s crown. An indoor market featuring a fascinating assortment of colourful food and produce stores, showcasing handcrafted products and the very finest in unique gifts. All fresh from the ocean, the oven or the field.
Built as the Canadian pavilion for the Expo ’86 world’s fair close to 30 years ago, Canada Place is now part of Vancouver’s main convention centre along with the modern Vancouver Convention Centre building next door.
Designed in the form of a giant sailing ship, this is where many of Vancouver’s visiting cruise ships come to dock.
The address for Canada Place is 999 Canada Place and it’s located by the Vancouver Convention Centre about a 5- minute walk west of Waterfront Station in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
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999 Canada PlBuilt as the Canadian pavilion for the Expo ’86 world’s fair close to 30 years ago, Canada Place is now part of Vancouver’s main convention centre along with the modern Vancouver Convention Centre building next door.
Designed in the form of a giant sailing ship, this is where many of Vancouver’s visiting cruise ships come to dock.
The address for Canada Place is 999 Canada Place and it’s located by the Vancouver Convention Centre about a 5- minute walk west of Waterfront Station in the heart of downtown Vancouver.