Alberta is a nature lover’s paradise. Its lands are enriched by vast open spaces and spectacular sunsets. The province is famous for the famous peaks of the glorious Rocky Mountains and the beauty of its parks, not to mention Canada’s first national park, Banff.
Contrary to popular belief, Alberta also has vast plains, but it is in the Rocky Mountains that visitors find much more fun. You can drive on the Icefields Parkway . You can also go hiking through the vast wooded parks. You will be surprised, by this same mountainous area, the lakes that you will find. The images you collect with your camera will be worthy of a great postcard.
You should not forget to visit the well-known history museum, Fort Edmonton Park . In it, you will discover that Alberta populated by prospectors who went crazy continuously searching for gold, around 1897. You will also learn more about the discovery of oil south of Edmonton in 1947, which assured the city of its future, making it one of the Canada’s fastest growing metropolitan areas.
Edmonton is worth a great visit. If you decide to visit it during the month of July, you can enjoy different activities that take place in the area, such as some fairs and concerts. Edmonton organizes different events in which the days of the gold rush are relived. Discover everything you can about this " natural " destination, since Alberta is an unforgettable place.