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Toronto – one of the largest cities in
North America, the financial capital of Canada, the most populous and
a popular tourist destination. These are just some of the things that
the provincial capital of Ontario is known for, but the vast city
offers so much more. What started out as a backwoods English trading
post in the late 1700s has grown into one of the most interesting
places to visit today.
Exploring Toronto's Districts
Located on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario, first-time visitors
to Toronto might be confused when deciding where they need to venture
out for travel opportunities due to the vastness of this mega-city. To
help you out, here is a list of the major districts which comprise
Toronto, as well as some of the travel highlights in the area:
1. Central Toronto
Central Toronto includes the downtown district and its immediate
vicinity. Central Toronto is home to the CN Tower, one of the modern
Seven Wonders of the World. Other tourist spots here include the
shopping haven Eaton Centre, the Waterfront, Allan Gardens, Kensington
Market and Harbourfront Centre.
2. East Toronto
East Toronto is further divided into several districts including
Greektown, Leslieville and the trendy neighborhood called The Beach
along Queen Street East. Another gem of a tourist find here is Little
India where shops and restaurants with a Southeast Asian flair can be
found.
3. West Toronto
When you venture to this part of Toronto, you will see just how
multi-cultural Canada is. There are places in the district called
Little Italy and Little Portugal where you can find traces of these
country's cultures which mixed with that of the Torontonians. High
Park is a must-visit site in West Toronto.
4. North Toronto
The best way to visit North Toronto is to immerse yourself in the
local culture as you enjoy the shops, restaurants and cafes in the
area. Check out the Ontario Science Centre, the Alexander Muir
Memorial Gardens and Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
5. Toronto Islands
Also known as the Toronto Island Park, this is a small island chain in
the Toronto harbor where you can visit Ward's Island, one of the
oldest residential communities in the district. You should also check
out Hanlan's Point Beach and the Gibraltar Point Lighthouse.
6. Other Districts in Toronto
North York, York, East York, Etobicoke and Scarborough are the other
districts which make up the entire city of Toronto.
Why Traveling to Toronto is a
Multi-Cultural Experience
Did you know that more than half of Toronto's residents were actually
born outside of Canada? With more than 80 ethnic communities
represented, there's no doubt that Toronto is one of the most
culturally diverse cities that you will visit.
Aside from the numerous tourist destinations in the different Toronto
districts, you should also make a day trip to Niagara Falls,
Harbourfront and Rogers Centre. Even your culinary experience in
Toronto would be different as you venture out into the Little Italy's
and other quaint neighbourhoods where you can sample cuisines from all
over the world.
Shopping, international film festivals, rock concerts, outdoor sports
and vineyard visits – these and more are the numerous delights that
await you when you explore the vast city and multi-cultural explosion
of a city that is Toronto.
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