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Banff, Alberta, Canada

by PetraofVancouver - last update: Aug 23, 2006

Small tourist town amongst towering mountains

Main Street of Banff, Alberta
Banff is a small town which relies heavily on tourism. During the summer months tourists come to see the local wildlife, go hiking, horseback riding, camping, etc. In the winter, it's skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. There are some great restaurants and pubs here, too.
Mount Rundle towers above Banff and Vermillion Lak

Mount Rundle, most famous mountain in Banff

Of all the mountains surrounding the town of Banff the Rundle mountain range is the most famous, with its unique sharp edged peaks on one end.
A view of Banff Springs Hotel, Alberta

Banff Springs Hotel, Alberta

The world reknowned The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel which sits on the foot of Sulphur Mountain at the edge of the town of Banff. It was built in 1887 in the style of a Scottish castle.

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Comments for PetraofVancouver about Banff
Redang Sun Feb 4, 2007 18:21 UTC
 Amazing Rocky Mountains, isn't it?
Mikebb Fri Feb 2, 2007 08:18 UTC
 Nice photos Petra, we will have a week in Banff this June, hope we see some snow.

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