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UNESCO World Heritage Site: Rideau Canal - Ottawa Lock, Ottawa, Canada
The Rideau Canal connects Ottawa on the Ottawa River to Kingston on Lake Ontario. It is 202 kilometres in length. The canal was opened in 1832 as a precaution in case of war with the United States. It remains in use today primarily for pleasure boating, with most of its original structures intact. It is the oldest continuously operated canal system in North America. (Wikipedia)
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Downtown Ottawa away from the new build.

Start (or end, depending which way you're coming, I suppose) of the Rideau Canal which connects Ottawa to Kingston on Lake Ontario. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest continually operated canal in North America. It's mostly used for pleasure boating these days, and in winter when it freezes over, you can ice skate on it!

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Bytown Museum

Discover Ottawa’s modest origins as the settlement of Bytown in this historical museum located within the city’s oldest building.

Parliament Building

After visiting Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Confederation Square

In the historic center of Ottawa lies this beloved town square, a place to rest and relax or reflect on Canada’s military heritage.

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Peace Tower

This iconic tower is emblematic of Canada's political life and a memorial to those who lost their lives in war. Enjoy its architecture and views of the city.

Major's Hill Park

After visiting Major's Hill Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.

Parliament Hill

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

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