Being a Vancouver native, I've been to almost all of the major tourist attractions (Stanley Park, Granville Island, Gastown, Chinatown, Commercial Street village, Main Street Village, Kitsilano Beach, English Bay, the West End, the Capilano suspension bridge and so many more) and while always enjoyable, sometimes it's nice to break out of the travel rut and go to something new. Of course, the city is constantly evolving and, continually, offers more for visitors and residents alike.
On my sister's mad rush to fill in her Tourism Challenge book, we had a whirlwind tour of some of the lesser visited and newer attractions.
Here are some of the highlights:
Queen Elizabeth Park (an oldie, but goodie, don't miss the Bloedel Conservatory):
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| Views of the city |
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| A sure sign of spring. |
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Pink Dogwood blossoms
(Dogwood is BC's flower) |
Sea to Sky Tram (new) and Bridal Falls (an old friend):
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| Heavy run-off from the winter melt |
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| Overcast, but always stunning |
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| Heading up the tram, will it clear? |
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| A flirtatious look at the Coastal Mountains |
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| BC at its most beautiful...green and blue |
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| Finally lifting |
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Gardens (there are also amazing bonsai trees here):
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| Nestled in downtown Vancouver |
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| The water lilies were stunning |
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| Day lily with interesting veining |
Mayne Island (thank you Erin and Darryl!):
Mayne is one of the myriad of coastal islands that can be reached from Tsawassen or Horseshoe Bay ferry terminals. They all have a unique experience to offer, but you can count on abundant British Columbia beauty on all of them.
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| Rhinoceros tree |
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| Interesting bark development |
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| Inlet near our cabin retreat |
UBC Botanical Gardens:
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| Heart of a peony |
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| Oriental Gate |
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| Japanese maple |
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| The old vine |
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| 'Chelle on the forest walk |
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| A slightly confused leaf...still the symbol of Canada |
So what's my point with all of this, you might ask? Vancouver is an amazing city with lots of known and hidden wonders. Go out! Wander! Enjoy every discovery and soak up the nature, the culture and the overall beauty. I'm forever proud that it's my home.
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