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Undoubtedly the most scenic of Canadian
provinces, British Columbia is a combination
of unsurpassed natural beauty and vibrant
urban city culture.
The western-most province in Canada, British
Columbia is surrounded by the infinite Pacific
Ocean and the snowy and mountainous terrain
of Alaska.
The inhabitants of British Columbia are
known as British Columbians and are divided
into various ethnic groups.
Given its boundless natural magnificence,
British Columbia is home to a large number
of national parks that are habitats for
vast variety of wildlife.
Important information about British Columbia
Capital: Victoria
Area: 944,735 sq. kms.
Major Cities: The city of Vancouver
is one of the most renowned cities of Canada.
A major center for film production, it is
a famous tourist hub. Victoria, the capital
city is known for its pleasantness and hospitality.
Kamloops, Kelowna, Surrey,
Burnaby,
Richmond
and Vernon are other important cities.
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Tourists also love coming to British Columbia
to enjoy water sports like kayaking and whitewater
rafting and other outdoor nature activities.