Fraser Valley Local

It's hard to imagine how many different flowers can be found throughout Fraser Valley. And it's all thanks to rich floriculture. Approximately 90% of the floriculture operations are located within two hours of Vancouver. Other notable production areas are Vancouver Island and some southern interior valleys. Greenhouses range in size from several …

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Every country, region, or even city should have its heritage. Sites or locations that hold history and cultural value. In Fraser Valley, the Heritage Railway is one of them. This place can be called suitable for a family vacation because the fullness of emotions can be obtained only in company. Here you can take a ride on the historic streetcars,…

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Religion is a subtle thing that has an impressive history. And if you are interested in it, you can learn more about one of the Protestant movements, the Mennonites, at the Mennonite Heritage Museum. It's worth noting that non-Mennonites are rare here, although that won't stop you from learning a lot about them. The staff will not only tell you a…

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The Fraser Valley has many attractive places you can have a great time. One of these is Fraser Canyon. This place can give a lot of experience to fans of different landscapes and travelers. But also, most people drive by and do not even think there is a rich history here. As an example, at the mouth of the Canyon, an archeological site documents …

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Some people like to relax in nature, or to ski. But there are also extreme lovers — those who relax by going shopping. Therefore, haggling lovers should pay attention to Abbotsford Flea Market. It's hard to imagine a better accumulation of various kinds of goods. In addition, it is not for nothing that we mentioned the possibility of bargaining. …

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Global changes in the world dictate the rules for any business. The energy industry, particularly the oil industry, is no exception. Therefore, now more than ever, it is critical to bring innovations and make our own achievements in this sphere. For this purpose, North America's Leading Energy Event — the Global Energy Show — is held every year. …

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Not everyone likes to run through the woods or mountains to get lots of unusual shots. But there is also a befitting travel option for such people, the Fraser River Safari. It's hard to think of a more convenient way to go on adventures without going far from home. You board a large, comfortable boat with a professional guide, and all you have to…

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There are many galleries in the world dedicated to classic and modern art. But there is a lack of places to study cultural art, so you should look at Ruby Creek Art Gallery. Here you can find many unusual exhibits that belong to the Pacific Northwest Native art. It is noteworthy that you can not only look at different types of art but also buy yo…

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Beautiful and luxurious nature is never much. And most residents of big cities are well aware of this. There are plenty of ways to admire it, like at Coquihalla Canyon Provincial Park. Here you can enjoy the endless natural scenery, admire the waterfall and take hundreds of unique photos. What is remarkable here is the famous Othello Toonel, whic…

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How to combine pleasant with useful, if you like sweets and literature? The city of Chilliwack has figured out how to solve this dilemma. Here is the Dickens Sweets and British Museum, which can be called a candy store and a museum dedicated to the famous writer Charles Dickens. Many visitors note the pleasant atmosphere, attractive interior, and…

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Everyone is affected differently by sunsets, but there is no denying their mesmerizing appearance. If you think there's nothing special here, maybe you should find the right place. Just imagine taking a boat to Cultus Lake Provincial Park with the person you love and paddling out to the middle of the lake. All around you is silence, quiet splashe…

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In spring, nature begins to wake up full force and brings everything to life. It is not so easy to notice it in big cities, but in Agassiz, the situation is quite different. At the beginning of April, there is traditionally a tulip festival. It is more than 40 acres of land, which is completely planted with about 30 different species of these flo…

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