NOVA SCOTIA (Canada)

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Nova Scotia is a 350-mile (560km) long peninsula on the east of Canada, connected to the mainland by a narrow isthmus. The rugged and jagged coastline, and the fact that this semi-island is covered in numerous rivers and lakes, makes it a watery wonderland famous for its seafood (the province is the world's largest exporter of lobster), scenic routes, wilderness trails, dolphin and whale-watching opportunities and the Scottish flavour of its bars and restaurants.

Nova Scotia is chock full of breathtaking beauty, vibrant culture, and a conspicuous heritage. Explore the magnificent cliffs, scenic beaches and bays, and cozy villages. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site of Canada in Baddeck where you'll find out about one of Canada's most recognized scientists.

Participate in the Atlantic Theatre Festival in Wolfville, which features world-class theatre productions. Enjoy the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, which features permanent collections by contemporary and historic Nova Scotians. Experience the Jost Vineyards in Malagash where you'll be able to taste award winning wines brewed from a variety of local grapes.

Experience this history in dynamic and interactive ways throughout the province at the 26 locations of the Nova Scotia Museum , at National Historic Sites, and more than 75 Community Museums. Unearth 300-million-year-old dinosaur secrets and a treasure chest of natural heritage at Parrsboro's Fundy Geological Museum and Halifax's Museum of Natural History , where you'll also find the world's finest collection of Mi'kmaq quillwork. See impressive beadwork and learn of Nova Scotia's First People at the University College of Cape Breton's Mi'kmaq Resource Centre in Sydney.

Savour home-grown perfection in award-winning wines, planked salmon platters and sinful desserts flavoured by sweet Annapolis Valley apples and juicy Oxford blueberries. Look for the taste of Nova Scotia logo - you're sure to be served our finest and freshest.

Go for the ultimate in dining diversity in the heart of a capital that's kicking! Halifax's many culinary choices mirror the city's cosmopolitan charms. Snack in the coziness of an Old World pub, or dine amid the candlelit ambience of an elegant restaurant. Enjoy nightlife like no other, from cutting-edge Celtic music or the bright lights of a casino to classical plays in a "jewel-box of a theatre."