B.C.Capital VICTORIA
The capital of British Columbia (population: 313,000) gives the appearance of a British Colonial City with well-manicured lawns, Victorian Architecture such as displayed at the ivy-overgrown city symbol located at the Juan de Fuca Strait THE EMPRESS HOTEL- well known for its afternoon "tea-time". SIGHTSEEING: A must is a stroll along the Inside Harbor, which is flanked by the impressive Parliament Buildings and the Empress Hotel. The scenic Marine Drive begins at Beacon Hill Park, which winds itself along the coast past impressive mansions TOURISM VICTORIA: 812 Wharf St., tel. 604) 382-2127, Fax 382-6539 (located at the Inner Harbor) MUESEUM: ROYAL BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSEUM -You need at least three hours to view the rainforest, totempoles and pioneer displays. Highly recommended.  Royal British Columbia Museum
HOTELS: COACHMAN INN, comfortable hotel, located within 10 minutes from town, 73 rooms, 229 Gorge Road East, Tel.(604)388-6611, fax 388-4153, category 2. EMPRESS HOTEL - The best address -newly decorated Castle-Hotel at the Inner Harbor, 481 rooms, Government Street, Tel. (604)384-8111, fax 381-4334, category 1 (luxury) EXCURSIONS: BUTCHART GARDENS: located approx. 20 km northeast of Victoria with over 20 ha. nearly yearound blooming abundance. Of particular interest are the Rock and Japanese Gardens. |
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