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Situated in the Ottawa Valley, the Canadian capital Ottawa lies on the banks of the Ottawa River. The city offers a lively and ethnically diverse cityscape, abundance of museums, galleries, and monuments, cultural events, delicious international food, busy nightlife, and a city face looking at the future.

The first inhabitants of the area were the Algonquin Aboriginals. Upon arrival in 1759, the British immigrants started settling in the region. Bytown, the first settlement of 1855, was named after a local Aboriginal tribe. Ottawa was proclaimed capital of Canada by Queen Victoria in 1857. After the Second World War, Jacques Greber was charged to design the recreational spaces of the capital city. The current cityscape boosts many beautiful parks, offering rest amidst the freshness of greenery.

Several festivals take place in Ottawa. The Ottawa Fringe Festival offers visual arts exhibits, music, and theatre performances. The Canada Dance Festival celebrates contemporary dance and Canada’s cultural heritage. Furthermore, the capital offers a diverse mixture of architectural and cultural landmarks. In downtown Ottawa, tourists can visit Parliament Hill and see the Commons and Senate in motion. The building is made of carved limestone and sandstone. The library is decorated with wooden material and wrought iron. The landmark hotel Fairmont Château Laurier boosts its central location, superb facilities, and award winning cuisine. The hotel has hosted celebrities, politicians, and heads of state.

The National Art Gallery displays Canadian and Aboriginal art pieces and European, American, and Inuit works of art. The gallery features masterpieces by Van Gogh, Chardin, and the Group of Seven, among others. Rideau Canal connects Ottawa to the city of Kingston. This is the oldest canal system on the North American continent. Moreover, the structure is an architectural piece covered by the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Bytown Museum showcases items that relate to the history of Ottawa. The Canada Science and Technology Museum explores the world of mechanics, transportation, and technological progress. The Canadian Museum of Civilization is one of the most visited museums in Canada. The museum collects, preserves, and displays items that give a glimpse to the heritage of the country. The exhibitions facilitate human progress in different historic periods and explore various past and modern civilizations.



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	Alexandra Interprovincial Bridge Alexandra Bridge was constructed between 1898 and 1900.		Canadian Museum of Civilization CMC is the most visited museum in the country.
	Canadian Prime Minister's Residence Prime Minister's Residence		Fairmont Château Laurier Fairmont Château Laurier Hotel was built between 1909 - 1912.
	National Art Gallery of Canada National Art Gallery of Canada was created in 1880.		National War Memorial Ottawa National War Memorial was designed by Vernon March.
	Parliament Hill Ottawa Parliament Buildings were built between 1859-1865.		Rideau Canal Ottawa Rideau Canal was built between 1826 and 1832.
	Royal Canadian Mint Royal Canadian Mint was founded in 1908.		Supreme Court of Canada Supreme Court of Canada is the highest court of appeal.