Parliament HillParliament Hill in Ottawa is a place for
decision-making, but also a place for people. Visitors can tour the
buildings, watch Parliament in action, and enjoy ceremonial
spectacles like the Changing of the Guard ceremony. There are three
buildings making up Canada's parliament complex. The centre block
with its distinctive Peace Tower houses the chambers of the House
of Commons and the Senate. Visitors can watch either chamber in
action, take a tour of the building, and climb the Peace Tower for
a view of the capital city region. The historic east block contains
the restored offices of Canada's first prime minister, Sir John A
Macdonald, and other early statesmen. Tours are offered of these
historic rooms and visitors can also interact with historical
characters from the period. The west block houses the offices of
members of parliament and are not open to the public.Canadian Museum of CivilisationOne of dozens of museums in Canada's capital region,
the Museum of Civilisation is one of the most fascinating with its
artefacts on display including interesting things such as the
world's oldest known boat, several mummies, and the story of the
'bog people' of north-western Europe. The museum celebrates the
diversity of humankind and showcases the achievements of cultures,
past and present, using not only exhibits but live performances,
giant screens and animations. The complex incorporates the Canadian
Children's Museum, Canadian Postal Museum, an IMAX Theatre and a
restaurant.Gatineau ParkGatineau Park is a giant wedge of land measuring 140
square miles (363 sq km) to the northwest of Canada's Capital
Region. It is a recreational haven for locals and visitors alike,
and contains many features of interest. The Luskville Falls are
inspiring; the Lusk Cave made of marble can be explored with a hard
hat; the King Mountain Trail has 10 observation points and takes an
hour to complete; the Mackenzie King Estate, a 231-hectare
landscaped space in the heart of the park, was the summer residence
of William Lyon Mackenzie King, Canada's 10th prime
minister.
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