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- Toronto’s skyline at night
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Jeff Cutler
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Toronto is the largest city in Canada, and 5th largest in North America with a population of 2.6 million and a metropolitan population of nearly 6 million. It is the capital of the province of Ontario. It is known as a city of neighborhoods. Distinct areas, often centered around a main street (Queen, College, Bloor etc.), are packed tightly together but each has something different to offer. The relative compactness of these neighborhoods makes exploring on foot easy and pleasant, especially in the warmer months. The much-acclaimed CN Tower is Toronto's most recognizable feature, and the world's tallest free-standing structure. Clocking in at a dizzying 553 meters, a visit is worth it for the view of the city alone.
Toronto has some excellent beaches in the east end that offer typical beach activities such as volleyball, bike/rollerblading paths and a boardwalk along the water. Lake Ontario tends to be quite cool, even in mid-summer, and is cleaner than its local reputation might suggest. The Toronto Islands tend to have the cleanest beaches (including a clothing-optional beach at Hanlan's point). The Distillery District has been rejuvenated into a pedestrian-only village dedicated to the arts and entertainment. It has fantastic restaurants, festivals, and art galleries.
Destination Facts
- Population: 4,612,191
- Time Zone: America/Toronto
- Languages: English
- Currency: CAD
- Airports
- Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) [Main]
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