Introduction
Ottawa, Canada’s capital is one of the most populous cities in the world. It is situated on the eastern side of the south of Ontario. It has also been decreed as the cleanest city in the world after Calgary and Honolulu. Ottawa is the political, financial and technological hub of Canada. To discover more of this multi-faceted place, people go for Ottawa vacations. People also plan for Ottawa vacations to view its magnificent architecture.
History
Ottawa was chosen as the capital of Canada by Queen Victoria in December, 1857. The reason she gave was, that it was at exact centre to Quebec City and Toronto, the focal points of business, which made it easier for the businessmen to carry on their correspondences. Initially, it was a French and Irish colony and that’s why we see a diversity of culture in Ottawa. To view this and a lot more, Ottawa vacations are planned.
Features
The best place to stay, during your Ottawa vacations, is the Holiday Inn Express. The hotel has everything you can wish for: a whirlpool spa, fantastic rooms, exquisite cuisine, tastefully built gardens and what not! It is a little expensive but everything is worth the money. Ottawa also has some of the best hotels in the world. Some of them are Carmello’s Italian Restaurant, Grill 41, Kinki Restaurant, Mambo Nuevo Latino and Metropolitan Brasserie Restaurant. Carmello’s Italian Restaurant is the best Italian restaurant in Ottawa, which offers delicious Italian food and an excellent service. Grill 41 is known for its food as well as the spectacular view of the surroundings. Kinki Restaurant is famous for its sushi and an unfaltering purveyance of fabulous Asian food. Mambo Nuevo Latino is one the most artfully built restaurant of Ottawa. The vibrant colors and lighting makes it something out of a fairytale. Plus it serves all kinds of food: Italian, Chinese, Mexican, etc. Metropolitan Brasserie Restaurant is unprecedented when it comes to oysters and French food. If you are in Ottawa then Tandoori Fusion, Coconut Lagoon, Frisco Briscoe Italiano and Siam Bistro are a must visit. The night life of Ottawa is unrivaled. Each and every club has its own unique charisma and maintains its lure through special features. For example, in the Great Canadian Cabin, the waiters are dressed as cowboys, which is also something exceptional for the tourists. Then in certain nightclubs, their interiors do all the seduction. Like the Velvet Room, The Drink, Industry Room, My Condo, and live Lounge. The historical sights in Ottawa are definitely worth seeing. These include the Parliament buildings, Laurier House, Chateau Laurier, Ottawa Little Theatre, Canadian agricultural Museum and the Museum of Canadian War. The parks and beaches of Ottawa are breathtaking so you must visit Major’s Hill Park, Confederation Park and Gatineau Park. Rideau Canal is the best spot for skating in winters. Byword Market and Somerset Heights are the best shopping destinations in Ottawa. You name it and it’s available in here. Ottawa Sooners and Cumberland Panthers can brighten up your day with their superb football games.
Tips and comments
So all in all, Ottawa is an ideal vacation destination. Before going for your Ottawa vacations make sure you have plenty of time and dough on your hand and don’t forget to take the camera with you.
