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Capital of Canada
Ottawa is the fourth largest city in Canada and serves as the nation's capitol. It is located on the banks of the Ottawa, Rideau and Gatineau rivers.

Largest Ice Skating Rink
The Rideau Canal in Ottawa, which freezes during winter, is the world's largest naturally frozen ice skating rink. It stretches for 7.8 kilometers.

Home to Canada's Monarch
Rideau Hall in Ottawa is the official residence of the Monarch of Canada, making Ottawa a city of royal significance.

World's Largest Tulip Festival
Ottawa hosts the world's largest tulip festival each year. This event symbolizes the strong bond between Canada and the Netherlands.

Exceptional Bilingualism
Ottawa is known for its exceptional bilingualism. Approximately half of its residents can speak both English and French.

Remarkable Architecture
The city's architecture is internationally recognized, especially the Parliament Buildings and Ch√¢teau Laurier which display stunning Gothic Revival style.

Wealth of Museums
Ottawa is home to many national museums, including the Canadian Museum of History, the Canadian War Museum, and the National Gallery of Canada.

Hot and Cold
Ottawa is known to have the seventh coldest capital in the world in winter. Conversely, its summers can often be unexpectedly hot and humid.

Important Tech Hub
Ottawa is an important tech hub in Canada. It has more engineers, scientists and PhDs per capita than any other city in the country.

Prolific Green Spaces
Green spaces abound in Ottawa, with over 800 parks and an extensive network of bike paths for city dwellers to enjoy.

Strawberry Connection
Ottawa has a unique connection with strawberries as the city holds a Strawberry Festival every summer to celebrate the local harvest.

Fascinating Public Transportation
With its OTrain light rail service and extensive bus network, Ottawa boasts of one of the best public transportation systems in the country.

Sporting Events
Ottawa regularly hosts national sporting events and is home to several professional sports teams, including the Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League.

Unique City Layout
The city layout of Ottawa interestingly combines both planned and organic elements, as observed in its wide roads and highrise buildings next to residential houses.

ByWard Market
The ByWard Market is a mustvisit place in Ottawa. It is one of the oldest and largest farmers' markets in Canada, and is surrounded by a bustling food and retail scene.

A Famous Tavern
The famous Château Laurier hotel in Ottawa houses the historic bar, 'Zoe's Lounge', which is named after Sir Wilfred Laurier’s wife.

Sugar Bushes and Maple Syrup
Ottawa has numerous sugar bushes around the city where residents and tourists can visit to enjoy fresh and local maple syrup.

Outdoor Activity Opportunities
From its parks and bicycle routes to its canoe routes and hiking trails, Ottawa provides countless outdoor activity opportunities.

AwardWinning Quality of Life
Ottawa consistently ranks at the top in terms of quality of life worldwide. A strong economy, low crime rates, and a clean environment contribute to this high ranking.

Population Diversity
Ottawa is characterized by its diversity, with over 20% of its population consisting of foreignborn residents, encompassing over 170 ethnic origin groups.

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