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Showing posts with label Southwestern Ontario. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Southwestern Ontario. Show all posts

08 March 2025

WINDSOR

 With a crucial position on the Detroit River, Windsor was an area of friction between British, French and American interests starting almost with the arrival of the first missionaries around 1640. The city possesses a fine university and attractive parks, especially Jackson Park with its sunken gardens, and Dieppe Gardens, right on the river.

Windsor, Ontario, Canada
 [1968]

THE MOTOR CITY OF CANADA
Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Top: Ambassador Bridge
Bottom: Ouellette Avenue


Art Gallery of Windsor.
Three floors of galleries include impressive permanent and touring exhibits. (445 Riverside Dr. West: all year, daily except Mondays and holidays.)
International Peace Fountain. Located in the Detroit River, this floating fountain features constantly changing coloured water patterns. (Coventry Gardens: mid-May - mid-October, daily.)
Windsor Raceway. Top-class harness racing, drawing enthusiasts from both sides of the river. (10 km south on Highway 18: mid-October - March, Tuesday Sunday evenings.)

 

Destination Ontario

18 February 2023

LONDON

 London, Ontario is known for its festivals, museums and parks. Named after the city in Europe. Located along the Thames River, London is the largest municipality in southwest Ontario. It is nestled between Lake Huron and Lake Erie. A vibrant, growing city that surprises and delights the visitor. Both contemporary and traditional, it offers interesting attractions, superb restaurants and great shopping. It was selected by Governor Simcoe in 1793 as a possible site for the capital of Upper Canada.


London, Ontario, Canada

London, Ontario, Canada
Street Scene * Village Store * Beach * Yacht Club Dock


Fanshawe Pioneer Village. Ontario's rural origins are recalled in this complex of 22 restored buildings with costumed interpreters. Craft demonstration and special event weekends. (East of city, off Clarke Rd. in Fanshawe Conservation Area).