Kingston Visitors Guide 2008 - (Page 53) Founded in 1792, the town exudes old-world charm and features a number of historic sites. Some offer guided tours, including the Town Hall, a restored 1831 Georgian mansion, and the old Victoria Hotel Museum, which houses a fine collection of military artifacts. Each August, Gananoque hosts the Festival of the Islands, a 10-day celebration of island life, featuring a host of events including historical re-enactments, concerts, fireworks and powerboat races. If you’re up for a little gambling, try your luck at the slot machines and thrilling table games of the Thousand Islands Charity Casino. For more information, visit www.gananoque.com. LAND O’LAKES Experience the natural beauty of the wilderness in the Land O’Lakes region. This picturesque area offers a wide selection of lodges, cottage resorts, campgrounds, B&Bs, motels and more. Four provincial parks (Bon Echo, Frontenac, Sharbot Lake and Silver Lake), more than 20 conservation areas and large stretches of wilderness form a vast natural playground ideally suited for outdoor activities. Explore the area by paddling the picturesque waterways or travelling the quiet back roads that are perfect for cycling or a scenic drive. For those seeking motorcycling adventures, the twists and turns of natural vistas make Land O’Lakes a prime touring destination in Eastern Canada. Hike the miles of trails in the area and be sure to keep your eyes open to catch a glimpse of a variety of rare birds. Removed from the rush of city life, this land of peaceful lakes, gentle rivers and historically significant sites will take every nature lover’s breath away. For more information, visit www.LOL.on.ca or call 1-800-840-4455. NAPANEE Enjoy small-town Victorian charm in historic Greater Napanee, known for its excellent canoeing, fishing, bird watching and stargazing. Ideally situated along the Highway 401 corridor between Kingston and Belleville, it offers streets lined with mature www.kingstoncanada.com | visitor guide 2008 53 http://www.gananoque.com http://www.LOL.on.ca http://www.kingstoncanada.com
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