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Must to see and visit in Ottawa

Ottawa is the capital of Canada and also rated as the third cleanest city in the world. Things to do in Ottawa are interesting and enjoyable and you simply have to visit this unusual city. Here are top five attractions.

1. Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum

This is the place where you can discover military history of the country throughout many photographs, artifacts, works of art and much more. The building has rich and symbolic architecture and is also prize winning. Here you can see how the conflicts humans usually have changed the face of Canada but also the whole world. The museum operates from October to March and opening hours from Monday to Wednesday are 9,30 am to 5 pm, on Thursdays from 9,30 am to 8 pm and from Friday to Sunday 9,30 am to 5 pm.

3. Parliament Hill and Buildings

Parliament Hill and Buildings

Parliament Hill is also known as The Hill, it is settled on banks of Ottawa River and attracts about 3 millions visitors every year. Parliament buildings are three buildings arranged around The Hill. These buildings are one of the most important examples of Gothic Revival style in the whole world. Visitor hours and tours are subjected to change so you have to find out about it on the internet.

5. Peace Tower

Peace Tower

This is Canadian icon and it also appears on twenty dollar bill. The building contains a war memorial hall, a clock, carillon and an observation hall. Observation deck is free of admission but due to many visitors sometimes you need to wait in line to see something. The tower is really high, about 54 meters and the view to surrounding area is amazing.

2. MosAika

MosAika

This is the show called 'Canada through the eyes of its people'. It is free show in two languages, French and English that is presented every night from July to September. It is half an hour presentation that tells the story of Canada, it offers moving narrative plays and also projections onto building of Parliament.

4. Rideau Canal

Rideau Canal

You can enjoy the canal in summer and winter time. In summer time it is filled with so many different boats and in winter is covered with ice and becomes the longest skating rink in the world. The best part - it is open any time and all is for free.

The capital is known as one of the most educated cities in Canada, half of population having college or university degree. Things to do in Ottawa are long list, with lots of art and history sights.

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