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1. www.britannica.com › place › Victoria-British-ColumbiaVictoria | History, Facts, Map, & Points of Interest | Britannica

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   May 15, 2024 · Victoria, city, capital of British Columbia, Canada, located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island between the Juan de Fuca and Haro straits, approximately 60 miles (100 km) south-southwest of the province’s largest city, Vancouver. Victoria is the largest urban area on the island.

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     Farm and buildings in the village of Victoria, near Fort Victoria, Vancouver Island, Canada, 1859.
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     Government Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada,
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     The Parliament Buildings and Inner Harbour, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
   • Ferry in the Inner Harbour, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
   • Hatley Castle, Royal Roads University, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
   • The Sunken Garden, Butchart Gardens, near Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.

2. trip101.com › things-to-do-at-night-in-victoria-bcTop 12 Things To Do At Night In Victoria, British Columbia ...

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   May 18, 2024 · Victoria, BC is a beautiful city. Friendly locals, rugged wilderness, historical landmarks, night markets, stunning coastline, and even sweets and dessert spots - Victoria has it all. There’s a plethora of things to do in the evening in Victoria, British Columbia, and views for you to enjoy.

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4. destinationlesstravel.com › where-to-stay-victoria-bcWhere to Stay in Victoria, BC: The Absolute BEST Area and 9 ...

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   May 10, 2024 · As the capital of British Columbia and the largest city on Vancouver Island, Victoria makes for the perfect getaway. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in culture, history, nature, or just escape the bitter winter for some milder weather (Victoria’s winters are the mildest in Canada), this is the place to be.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › British_ColumbiaBritish Columbia - Wikipedia

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   3 days ago · The capital of British Columbia is Victoria, while the province's largest city is Vancouver. Vancouver and its suburbs together make up the third-largest metropolitan area in Canada, with the 2021 census recording 2.6 million people in Metro Vancouver.

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   May 11, 2024 · Best Things to do in Victoria BC Canada. 1. Marvel at the incredible Butchart Gardens. If you are at all a fan of gardens, you will want to tour the fabulous Butchart Gardens. It’s definitely my favorite attraction in Victoria! The Butchart Gardens are a spectacular collection of gardens, filled with flowers in every color of the rainbow .

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8. vancouverislandbucketlist.com › victoria-chinatownChinatown Victoria - How To Spend An Hour In Canadas Oldest

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   May 17, 2024 · Discover why Victoria's Chinatown is one of the first places travellers stop when visiting Vancouver Island. Don't miss this spot in downtown Victoria. A great place to start or complete a day in downtown Victoria, a small but fun street to visit.

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   When did Victoria become the capital of Canada?

   • During this period Victoria became the most important city in Canada’s western region. It was made the capital of the combined colonies of Vancouver Island and British Columbia in 1866, and by 1871 the city of Victoria’s population was 3,630.

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   What is British Columbia known for?

   • British Columbia (commonly abbreviated as BC) is the westernmost province of Canada. Situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Rocky Mountains, the province has a diverse geography, with rugged landscapes that include rocky coastlines, sandy beaches, forests, lakes, mountains, inland deserts and grassy plains.

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   Why did Queen Victoria choose British Columbia?

   • Queen Victoria chose British Columbia to distinguish what was the British sector of the Columbia District from the United States' ("American Columbia" or "Southern Columbia"), which became the Oregon Territory on August 8, 1848, as a result of the treaty.

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   Where to stay in Victoria BC?

   • Downtown has plenty of different hotels to choose from, many of them chain hotels or high-end options, and is a great option for families and first-time visitors to Victoria. Downtown is home to the vast majority of Victoria, BC hotel options. James Bay – The heart of historic Victoria filled with grand homes and wide, stately residential streets.

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10. www.lonelyplanet.com › articles › guide-to-vancouverA first-timer’s guide to Vancouver Island - Lonely Planet

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    May 8, 2024 · British Columbia. Vancouver Island. A first-timer’s guide to Vancouver Island. Brendan Sainsbury. May 8, 2024 • 11 min read. Explore stately Victoria (pictured), hike long-distance trails, catch a wave in Tofino and much more besides on Vancouver Island © Aaron Black / Getty Images RFC.