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Discover Edmonton

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Edmonton is the capital of Alberta, Canada and has a population of over 900,000 people. It is a vibrant city with plenty to offer tourists. From its beautiful river valley to its bustling downtown core, Edmonton provides visitors with unique experiences in culture, shopping and outdoor activities.

The historic Old Strathcona neighborhood offers plenty of interesting restaurants and notable architectural sites such as the Alberta Legislature Building. With numerous festivals throughout the year, there's always something exciting happening in Edmonton. The West Edmonton Mall is one of the largest shopping malls in North America; it features an indoor amusement park and waterpark as well as many shops, restaurants and entertainment venues.

For those looking for outdoor adventure, head to Elk Island National Park just northeast of Edmonton which features wetlands habitats perfect for canoeing or kayaking as well as numerous species of wildlife such as bison and beavers that are protected within its boundaries. To explore more urban nature spots try out one of Edmonton's extensive network parks including Fort Edmonton Park where you can experience an authentic living history lesson about early Canadian settlers.
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