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The capital of Alberta is Edmonton.
Alberta Background Information
Alberta is located in western Canada, bounded by the provinces of British Columbia to the west and Saskatchewan to the east, Northwest Territories to the north, and by
the U.S. state of Montana
to the south.
Government of Alberta:
Alberta was named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, fourth daughter of Queen
Victoria. It was proclaimed a Province on September 1st, 1905.
Alberta City Guides
Banff,
Calgary,
Edmonton,
Jasper,
Lake
Louise.
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Where to Stay in Alberta
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Accommodation in Alberta
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What to See in Alberta
Alberta has five out of Canada's 13 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Alberta also has national parks and more than 300 provincial parks and
recreation areas.
Unique attractions in Alberta include the world's largest pysanka
(Easter egg) in Vegreville and a replica of Star
Trek's 'Starship Enterprise' in Vulcan.
Alberta's National Parks
Banff
National Park:
Canada's first national park is home to a variety of distinctive natural features and
cultural and historical sites.
Elk
Island national Park:
Elk Island National Park, east of Edmonton, is a great place to view prairie sunsets and
roaming elk.
Jasper
National Park:
Jasper National Park, west of Edmonton, is the largest and most northerly of the four
Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks and has wonderful rugged scenery.
Waterton
Lakes National Park:
In the south-west corner of Alberta, Waterton Lakes National Park is home to Upper
Waterton Lake, the deepest lake in the Canadian Rockies.
Wood
Buffalo National Park:
Wood Buffalo National Park. in the north-east corner of Alberta is Canada's largest
national park and one of the largest in the world.
Around Alberta
Alberta
Provincial Parks:
There are more than 500 sites covering 27,525 square kilometers in Alberta's parks and
protected areas network. These preserve important ecological areas and provide places
where people can enjoy and learn about Alberta's priceless natural heritage.
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Official Alberta Tourist Information
The major cities and towns in Alberta are Banff, Calgary, Drumheller, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Jasper, Lake Louise, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat and Red Deer.
Alberta by Region
Travel Alberta
arranges Alberta into the following regions.
Alberta Central:
Discover Alberta's heartland, with lush agricultural areas and communities that take pride
in their history and culture.
Alberta North:
Northern Alberta's grandiose lakes, mighty rivers, abundant wildlife and untapped
wilderness are the backdrop for an outdoor adventure of a lifetime.
Alberta South:
From its rippling wheat fields to the Hoodoos of the Canadian Badlands, southern Alberta
has a surprising array of topography and offers a look at history as far back as the
Cretaceous period.
Calgary Area:
Amidst its towering tributes to the oil and gas industry, Calgary is bustling with
museums, theatres, art galleries, fine restaurants and superlative shops.
Canadian Rockies:
Flanking Alberta’s western border with their rugged peaks and ranges, the Canadian
Rockies are home to alpine meadows, emerald lakes, wild waterways, untrammelled
backcountry wilderness and some of the best hiking and skiing in the world.
Edmonton Area:
Alberta’s capital city and international gateway lies in the geographic heart of the
province. Known as the Festival City, Edmonton is loved for its cultural events, superb
museums, vibrant arts scene, eclectic neighbourhoods and spectacular river valley.
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What to Do in Alberta
One of the best ways to get the most out of your visit to Alberta is
to take an organised tour or two; especially when your time is limited and you want to see
and do as much as possible in the popular destinations of Banff,
Calgary,
Edmonton,
Jasper,
and Lake
Louise.
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Getting To and Around Alberta
Alberta by Air
Edmonton International
Airport (YEG) and Calgary International
Airport (YYC) are both served by Air Canada and other international airlines; with
flights to and from various cities across North America and Europe.
There's also a flight from Calgary to Delhi, India, passing over the
North Pole.
Calgary serves the prairie provinces, while Edmonton is better placed
for regions in the Canadian North; like Grande Prairie and Yellowknife.
Regional Airlines:
North Cariboo Air:
Charter airline headquartered in Fort St. John (British
Columbia), with bases in Calgary and Edmonton, and Fort Liard (Northwest Territories).
Northwestern Air Lease: (J3)
Headquartered in Fort Smith, the airline operates a scheduled service from the Northwest Territories to Calgary and
Edmonton; with connections to Fort McMurray, Peace River and Red Deer.
Alberta by Road
Greyhound
Canada goes almost everywhere, sometimes with stops in the middle of nowhere.
Red Arrow
also serves Banff, Calgary, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Lake Louise and Red Deer.
Alberta by Train
Although there is no rail service to Calgary, VIA Rail serves Edmonton
from Vancouver, British Columbia and
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
The Canadian,
which travels to Vancouver from Toronto and crosses the region via Edmonton and Jasper,
offers spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains.
During the winter months, a Snow Train departs
from Edmonton on Friday evening and makes the return trip from Jasper on Sunday night;
ideal for a weekend of skiing.
The Skeena
offers another side of the Rockies, departing from Jasper for Prince Rupert; on the
Pacific coast, in British Columbia.
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7-Day Weather Forecasts For Alberta
Calgary,
Edmonton,
Edson,
High
Level, Fort
McMurray, Lethbridge,
Medicine
Hat, Peace
River, Red
Deer, Stony
Plain.
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Calgary; Edmonton.
Weather in Neighbouring Provinces
British
Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan.
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