Canada is a country that is famous for its picturesque landscapes, mountains, culture, hospitality, history, gorgeous lookout points, scenic beauty, etc. Canada is a country where a large number of tourists visit every year. Indians who want to earn money also dream of visiting Canada. It is a favorite place for job searchers from India. The capital of Canada is Ottawa. The population of Canada is 3 crore 80 lakh. As for as area is concerned, it is spread over a large area. Most of the residents here belong to the Christian religion. The time in Canada lags by 9 hours and 30 minutes to the time in India. The neighboring countries of Canada are America and Greenland. The official languages of Canada are French and English.
Currency Of Canada
The currency of Canada is the Canadian Dollar. One Canadian dollar is equal to Rs. 55.97 in Indian currency.
States In Canada
As in India, there are 28 states and 8 Union territories, in the same way, Canada has 10 states and 3 union territories.
How To Visit Canada
If you want to visit Canada, you need a Canadian visa. You can apply online for the visa. The cost of a Canadian visa in Indian currency is Rs. 10500.
No doubt, the capital of Canada is Ottawa but the biggest and the most populated city in Canada is Toronto. The second largest city in Canada is Montreal. Depending on your country, you can have a flight to Montreal or Toronto. If I talk about flights from India, one can have an indirect flight from Delhi to Montreal or Toronto. One is supposed to pay Rs. 90000 for the round trip because there is no direct flight from India to Canada. From Delhi Airport to Airport in Toronto, it will take 15-20 hours to reach Canada ( Toronto ). Canada is a big country and there are numerous places to visit. I am only going to elaborate 10 best places to visit in Canada. So, let’s start with the first one.
Best Places To Visit In Canada
1. Niagara Fall
You are supposed to travel for 1 hour from Toronto to reach Niagara Falls. The best mode of transportation to reach here is by Train. From Toronto to Niagara falls the fare of the train is 23 Canadian dollars and is equal to Rs. 1300 in Indian currency. The height from which water falls is 57m. It looks like a very awesome sight. The entry fee to Niagara falls is free but you can perform many activities here like visiting the water park, having a journey on the back side of the waterfall, can have a cruize ride and if your pocket allows, you can also have a helicopter ride. For these activities, you have to pay the entry fee. A visit to Niagara Falls takes a complete day as you can perform different activities here.
2. Banff National Park
In this place, you can have a glimpse of snow-clad mountain peaks, glaciers, and the famous Banff lake here. Banff National Park is about 3000kms from Toronto. You can cover the distance by Arial route up to Calgary and after that, you can hire a taxi to reach the mindblowing place which you must have seen in your dreams. You can perform trekking, camping, and skiing at this place. This place is also known as the Must Visit place in Canada. Your dreams will change into reality after reaching this place.
3. Old Quebec City
This town lies 800kms from Toronto. This is a heritage site in Canada. You will find the historic buildings of Canada on this site. A great piece of architectural work has been done on the walls of these buildings. This town is perched on a hill. You can see the St. Lawrence River in Vieux Quebec from this site.
4. Vancouver
If you are on your visit to Canada and haven’t visited Vancouver then your trip can’t be called a complete trip. It is a beautiful city in Canada. The worth visiting places in this city are; Gas Town, China Town, Stanley Park, English Bay, Granville Island, Kitsilano Beach, etc. Many outdoor places are waiting for your visit like; Capilano Suspension Bridge, Grouse Mountain, Whistler, and Cypress mountain. You must have 3-4 days to explore the above-said places. Vancouver city also has many places to visit, having natural beauty. Overall, this city is a complete package for tourists.
5. C.N Tower
A visit to this tower is also very famous among tourists. The height of this tower is 553m. Here you can enjoy your meals in the revolving restaurant also and can have a complete view of Toronto city. There are plenty of places in Canada where you can visit. The best thing about these places is that most of them have natural beauty. To reach these places, you can use bus, train or air services. Prefer to use the Arial mode of transportation if you are planning to visit a place that is far away from your present location. it will save you time.
6. Cape Breton Island
It is situated in the North-Eastern part of Canada. It used to, be an independent colony one time and was forced to merge with Canada in 1820. This place has spectacular landscapes and gorgeous lookout points. The villages of this area have lovely natural beauty.
7. Montreal City
This is the second largest city in Canada. It is a Metropolis having downtown districts, and entertainment sources and is known as the historic quarter of Canada. The Olympic Tower of Montreal is the main spot where the tourists visit the most. Water parks and themes of this area are also very famous.
8. Whistler
This park has two peaks where Gondolas are used as a mode of transportation. The villagers use these Gondolas to reach the mountain top. The charm of this place can’t be explained in words. The ride on the Gondola has a majestic story that is difficult to explain. I would like to suggest my readers, have this ride themselves and explain it. While having a ride on Gondola you will witness the most unforgettable scenic beauty which is very difficult to witness in our daily lives.
9. Toronto City
Toronto is the most populated city in Canada. It is a city having vast cultural diversity. Ionic C.N Tower is also situated in this city. The outdoor activities and beaches of Toronto have a charm of their own. Toronto Islands are also very famous among tourists. Every year lakhs of visitors visit this place.
10. Churchill
This small town Churchill is the biggest tourist draw in Manitoba. It is known as the Polar Bear capital of the world. July and August are the popular months to visit this place. During these months you can find thousands of Beluga Whales in this area, as this is the migrating season of Whales in that part of Canada.
Modes Of Transportation In Canada
Every mode of transportation is available in Canada. You can use a bus, taxi, metro, or airplane to move from one place to other. Many things have to be considered before moving to your next spot. As stated earlier if the distance of your next place that you have planned to visit from your present location is very far, then I will suggest you prefer to use Arial mode because it will save you time.
If the distance to be covered is less then you can use the bus or train for your movement. It will be costlier if you book a taxi there. It depends on your pocket also. How much you can afford has to be taken into consideration.
If you want to have a city tour of Toronto by bus, you can purchase a day pass that will cost you Rs. 600. You can have an unlimited ride on a bus for one complete day.
Train Expenses From Toronto To Montreal
If you travel from Toronto to Montreal by train you have to pay Rs. 2800 as fare. The distance between these two places is 550kms. If you take the Arial route from Toronto to Montreal then you have to pay Rs. 5500 as fare.
I would like to suggest to you if the distance to be covered is not very far, the best mode of transportation should be by train because it passes through many beautiful areas. You will enjoy your journey by train.
Food Items In Canada
Food items of Canada are as famous as Canada is. If you purchase a potato stuffed chappati, you have to pay Rs 150- Rs. 200 for it. A Dosa will cost you between Rs. 600- Rs. 700.
10- Traditional/Iconic Dishes Of Canada
1. Poutine.
2. Canadian Bacon.
3. Caesar.
4. Beaver Tails.
5. Classic Smashed Burger.
6. Canadian Pizza.
7. Butter Toasts.
8. Nanaimo Bar.
9. Split Pea Soup.
10. Tortilla and many more.
Hotels In Canada
You can find a variety of hotels in Canada. An average hotel can be booked for Rs.5000 per night for two adults. If you prefer to book a room in any hostel then you have to pay Rs. 2000 per night. If your pocket allows, you can book a luxurious hotel also, as there are plenty of such hotels in Canada.
Best Time To Visit Canada
The best time to visit Canada is from July to September. During the rest of the months very cold conditions prevail in Canada. The temperature dips below 0 degrees Celcius. In some places, the temperature even dips to -20 degrees Celcius.
Number Of Days Required To Visit Canada
You should at least plan your trip for 10 days. According to my point of view, your plan should be like this:
3 days in Vancouver
A visit to Calgary needs 2 days.
Two days in Toronto
Two days in Montreal
1 day in Quebec City
Budget Per Person For 10 Days
Flight Rs. 90000
Hotel Rs. 50000 ( Two adults ) ( Rs. 25000 per person )
Meals Rs. 40000
Transportation Rs. 55000
Entry Fee Rs. 30000
Visa Rs. 10500
Other Expenses Rs. 15000
So, the total expenditure per person will be about Rs. 2,65,500.
Things Not To Do In Canada
1. Don’t compare Canadians with Americans.
2. Don’t forget to return an apology.
3. Don’t assume that Toronto is the capital of Canada.
4. Don’t carry new electronic items from your country to Canada, as it is cheaper to purchase such items in Canada.
5. Don’t carry a blanket to Canada because the temperature of every building is maintained by a centralized system. You can move even in a tee shirt in those houses in extremely cold conditions.
6. Don’t carry medicines without prescriptions to Canada.
7. Don’t swoon over the PM.
8. Shut up about America.
9. Don’t comment on French English relations.
10. Don’t criticize Tim Hortons.
This is all that I had on this topic. Stay connected to read my next articles. Till then Bye!