Wednesday 8 August 2012

Activities and winter events in calgary

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Calgary is a city that is good to visit during any time of year. If you plan to go there during the upcoming winter season, you will have the chance to participate in various activities and events of all kinds. 

In Calgary, winter sports are in the spotlight. Having been host Winter Olympics 1988, the city now allows the public to enjoy the facilities of the Olympic Park. The Olympic ice rink, called the Oval, welcomes skaters and speed skaters who are just looking to have fun. The Winter Sport Institute, for his part, welcomed the sports lovers in park facilities for training and workshops in hockey, skating, skiing, snowboarding, and more. In addition, Canada's Sports Hall of Fame is a celebration of true legends of the sport. 

The city is located near the Rocky Mountains, it is a prime destination for skiers and snowboarders, whether beginners or highly experienced. Winter landscape of the Rockies are truly breathtaking. It is possible to do cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, the snowboarding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and even sledding dogs. With the possibility for the more adventurous, go camping in winter, the Rockies are a paradise for snow lovers. 

If you prefer to attend a sporting event than to spend the day hurtling down snowy slopes, the Scotiabank Saddledome is your destination. It is the largest arena throughout Western Canada. It is possible to watch a game with the Calgary Flames and Calgary Hitmen for hockey fans. 

Animal lovers can visit the Calgary Zoo, the second largest zoo in Canada. It is possible to visit all year round, every day except Christmas Day. In addition to admire the many winter activities zoo animals, do not miss to attend Zoolights, a festival of Christmas lights that takes place every year during the holiday season. You can admire a show on the theme of animals, with nearly three million lights. 

The Heritage Park Historical Village invites visitors to an event called Once Upon a Christmas. Occurring from late November until Christmas Eve, this event celebrates the charm and warmth of Christmases past. To enjoy a sleigh ride horses or to sing Christmas carols in a beautiful church, or to purchase his Christmas craft shops in the Historic Village Calgary is the perfect destination. 

Finally, enjoy a breathtaking view of the city and surrounding snow, nothing beats a visit to the Calgary Tower. A glass floor, a revolving restaurant and an observatory offers a different perspective on Calgary, and allow you to unwind after having participated in several winter activities.

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