Imagine a place where beavers in business attire could cause a traffic jam. Yep, that’s Ottawa for you. Read more now on Canada Capital
This isn’t just the nation’s political hub—it’s full of hidden stories, quirks, and more snow than you’ve ever seen. No need to gloss over the good stuff.
Canada crowned Ottawa its capital in 1857—part strategy, part symbolism. No identity crisis here—Ottawa stands firm.
At your local café, you’ll hear bonjour and hello in equal measure.
Curious about where the decisions are made? Between the copper roofs and gargoyle decor, it’s part parliament, part fairy tale.
From sunny picnics to snowy LED displays, the crowds keep coming. It’s a hotspot for shutterbugs with squirrel-like urgency.
And then there are the festivals. Winterlude drags everyone into the cold for skating on the Rideau Canal.
Bring your skates and your sense of humor.
Come spring, tulip season makes the city bloom like a Dutch postcard. A floral takeover—even the government takes a backseat.
There's more than suits and ceremonies. It’s where local life plays out between fruit stands and buskers.
Grab a butter tart—you won’t regret it Snack on a peameal bacon sandwich.
If you’re lucky, you’ll hear stories from people who knew the canal before it became a skating rink.
Museums? Ottawa’s got a buffet of them.
From First Nations to fighter jets—it’s all covered. The National Gallery has a massive spider out front—yes, really. It’s art, but it could probably lift your house.
The city’s position? Strategic and scenic. Quebec is just a bridge away. Two provinces, one bike ride apart. Every sign is a language mashup. When it’s warm, it’s all about biking, buskers, and sunburns.
Cold? Yes. Beautiful? Also yes.
Locals say there are “six months of winter, six of bad skating”. Despite the chill, folks bundle up and brave it. Outsiders think Ottawa’s too formal. But look closer and you’ll find warmth and wit. Tour guides who double as comedians and pastry fa