Halifax Travel Guide

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It was Halifax's natural harbor—the second largest in the world after Sydney, Australia's—that first drew the British here in 1749, and today most major sites are conveniently located either along it or on the Citadel-crowned hill overlooking it. That's good news for visitors because this city actually covers quite a bit of ground.

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  • A Good Walk

    Starting your walk at the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site is practical because, as the city's highest point, it puts you on a downhill... Read more

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