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Toronto – the city of parks
Autumn begins to arrive in Canada around September, bringing cool breezes and clear, cloudless skies. This is the time when the trees gradually change their leaves, transforming into a vibrant golden hue. Canadians have a saying: "If money could grow on trees, autumn would be the richest season of the year." They say this because almost every street in Canada is lined with trees, their leaves so abundant that a gentle breeze sends them fluttering to the ground like falling banknotes. The overwhelming golden color blankets the streets of Canada.
Toronto is the capital of Ontario, with a population of less than 3 million people. The streets are small and charming, much like in Vietnam, so you don't need to go far; Toronto itself has many parks where you can stroll and admire the characteristic autumn scenery of the land of the maple leaf. These include High Park, the largest park in the city center, always welcoming visitors to walk along its trails and admire the falling golden leaves, and Beach Park with its clear blue lake and vibrant red foliage.
Downsview Park, with its shady old-growth forest similar to High Park, offers a larger, more pristine, and tranquil space. What makes Downsview Park special is that it remains relatively unknown, preserving its wild, unspoiled beauty. There are no roads, no parking lots, no power lines, no signs, no trash cans... The ground is covered with wildflowers and a carpet of colorful leaves from thousands of newly sprouted maple saplings.
Niagara Parkway, Canada's most beautiful road.
When British Prime Minister Winston Churchill visited Niagara Parkway, he exclaimed, "This is the most beautiful road in the world on a Sunday afternoon in autumn." Running along the Niagara River, which separates the United States and Canada, Niagara Parkway is indeed the most beautiful road in Canada during the romantic autumn season, adorned with rows of maple and red oak trees in shades of pale yellow, apricot yellow, lemon yellow, canary yellow, and crimson. Along the park, you can also stop at the small town of Queenston to enjoy Niagara wine, fragrant with the scent of pine resin.
Entering Niagara Falls, your heart is sure to flutter as you gaze upon the cascading white waters. In the early morning, the sunlight reflects off the falls, creating beautiful streaks of rainbow light. As evening falls and night arrives, the massive lighting system surrounding the falls automatically switches on. The constantly changing colors from various angles make the falls even more dazzling and magical.
Vancouver - a miniature world of maple leaves.
Nature has been very generous in bestowing upon Vancouver a romantic, vibrant, and peaceful beauty, like a fairytale land. You'll find tranquil spaces with endless fields, lush farms, and coastal roads covered in stunning red maple leaves. The azure autumn sky is reflected in the clear lakes, flanked by maple forests changing their leaves. This picturesque scene can easily be found in Vancouver.
Vancouver is also a miniature Canada, with its own unique culture and history. Vancouver Island, with its largest city, Victoria, attracts over 3.5 million visitors annually. Visitors can admire the peaceful streets and the beautiful Inner Harbour on the Pacific coast, the magnificent flower gardens found everywhere… Or they can visit Clayoquot Sound to see a vibrant and authentic picture of the wildlife in this region.
Quebec - France in the heart of Canada
Canada's oldest city, Old Quebec City, nestled alongside the picturesque St. Lawrence River, is ranked as one of the world's greatest tourist destinations. Old Quebec City was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.
Upper Town is perched precariously on high cliffs overlooking the St. Lawrence River. Its quintessential architecture is the Château Frontenac. This magnificent hotel, built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, has dominated the city's skyline ever since. However, the Château Frontenac remains a relatively new addition to this ancient city, where cobblestone streets, churches, museums, and even houses all date back to the 1600s.
To reach Lower Town, visitors can take a cable car down the slope and stop at the Louis Jollet station. Alternatively, a fun way to get there is by walking along the "Neck-Breaking Staircase." The town below is bustling with activity due to its dense population and numerous shops. The main street, Petit Champlain, branches off into smaller cobblestone streets lined with cafes, bakeries, and souvenir shops built in classic European architecture.
