Where to go in Calgary


            Calgary, an international cosmopolitan Alberta metropolis with several tall skyscrapers, owing its explosive growth to the status as the heart of Canada's oil sector. However, it is still steeped in the cultural heritage that made it the name,‒Calgary,‒ evident in its cowboy rodeo, July rodeo, livestock shows and the annual Calgary Stampede. Tourists have an abundant range of choices to select from while traveling to Calgary. Here are some of the things to do in Calgary:

Things to do in calgary

One of the places to visit in Calgary is the Royal Canadian Air Force Museum, where visitors can see aircraft of various types, including B-25 Mitchell bombers. There is also an art gallery and a natural history museum. The museum exhibits artifacts from all over the world, and you can also see a display of animals from all around the world. In the morning, there are also free live concerts.

If you love outdoor activities, you can also go camping in Calgary. You can rent tents and campfires are available for sale and if you don't have money, you can even borrow it from the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. Camping in Calgary is a great experience that would give you great insights into Calgary's heritage and lifestyle. The campsites are very close to the city, which makes it easy to walk through the city and find something interesting to do, while enjoying the night life. The National Historic Site, also known as Fort Calgary, has a beautiful collection of antiques that will surely fascinate anyone visiting this historic site.

If you like to watch the sporting events, Calgary is the perfect place for you. Calgary is known as the 'Sports City' and hosts numerous sporting events, such as the Calgary Stampede and the National Hockey League's Calgary Flames. The Calgary Stampede runs on four Saturdays each year, starting with the Calgary Giants. From March till June, this is the only Calgary Stampede that can be viewed during winter months. During the National Hockey League season, you will find many Calgary Flames games being played throughout the country. There are also numerous Calgary Oilers games held on different weekends throughout the year.

Aside from the Calgary Flames and the Stampede, the city offers a wide range of festivals throughout the year, such as the Calgary Jazz Festival, the Calgary International Film Festival and the Calgary International Music Festival, among others. In the summer, many outdoor events are also conducted, such as the annual Calgary's Ice Fest and Calgary's Christmas Festival, as well as the annual Calgary Stampede Parade, among others. There is also the Calgary's South Calgary Arts Festival, which is organized by the South Calgary Community Association.

Another interesting thing to do in Calgary is to explore the city's rich history, and take in some of its attractions like the Calgary Tower, the Albert Hall and the Calgary Tower Zoo. There is also the historic Old Fort Calgary that serves as the main attraction and draws visitors during the Royal Calgary Show, a one-night event. The Great Calgary Explosion and the Stampede Show are other great sights to see. These attractions are an excellent way of learning about the history of the city. The Albert Hall is one of the world's oldest museums and one of the most popular tourist attractions that you might want to visit while traveling to Calgary.

 

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Why Choose a Professional Plumber?

Water Heater Calgary