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Vancouver Island's Pacific coast is a geographical and ecological wonder. Around the southern tip of Vancouver Island Canada, where BC's capital city of Victoria BC is located, one will find stunning rocky shoreline and sandy beaches. On the eastern shore by Georgia Strait are the cities of Sidney and North Saanich which are very populated. Sidney is a BC Ferries terminal and millions of travellers have made there way to and from the Lower Mainland and Greater Vancovuer through this port.
Victoria and Capital Region BC are rich with history both indigenous (Native Peoples) and colonial. The capital city Victoria was named after Queen Victoria, and tea at the Empress Hotel in Downtown Victoria remains a popular tourist attraction. Along with the Empress Hotel, Victoria BC's rich history and culture offer The Legislative Assembly Building, Chinatown, National and Provincial Parks, BC Museum of Culture and Anthropology, the Emily Carr House, and many more wonderful BC Canada travel and tourism opportunities.
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Chemainus BC, famous for a large collction of outdoor community murals.
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Sooke BC .
Vancouver Island real estate will amaze you. The enormous Pacific coastline, beautiful views and temperate weather along with whale-watching and deepsea fishing make everyday a multifaceted experience. Owning realestate on Vancouver Island has given many families the opportunity to have a lifestyle envied by most of BC Canada. In the larger centres like Victoria, Saanich, and Nanaimo BC prices are comparable with the most coveted properties in Canada. Waterfront property and ocean views command a premium price, but inland there are great deals in Canadian real estate. Acreages and hobby farms, as well as recreational homes for golfing, boating and skiing can be found affordably. Victoria real estate on the south island offers a contemporary setting with city lifestyle.