one of several heritage houses turned into shops

The ByWard Market

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November 24th 2015
Located in Lower Town since 1826, and named for Colonel John By, who oversaw the construction of the Rideau Canal, the Market, as it is usually known, is near to Parliament Hill and the seats of power. Far from being stuffy and bureaucratic, though, it is Ottawa's most interesting, dynamic, and variety-packed neighbourhood. For a better idea of what I mean, go to http://www.ottawatourism.ca/mem ... read more

North America » Canada » Ontario » Ottawa

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A land of vast distances and rich natural resources, Canada became a self-governing dominion in 1867 while retaining ties to the British crown. Economically and technologically the nation has developed in parallel with the US, its neighbor to the sou... ... read more