Located in the province of Alberta, Calgary lies in the Bow River Valley between
the soaring landscape of the Rockies and the flat prairie agricultural lands of
Western Canada. This is a modern city and an economic power in Canada and
beyond. It is a city of skyscrapers, tremendous energy, oil, agriculture,
manufacturing, R&D and advanced technology.
A former Winter Olympic host in 1988, Calgary is the gateway to the world class
ski resorts of Banff, Lake Louise and newcomer Kananaskis. Calgary also welcomes
the world annually each July to the Calgary Stampede, a huge rodeo and festival
of Western living. MORE
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Geography
Calgary is divided into four quadrants intersecting at the confluence of the Bow
and Elbow Rivers, meeting at right angles in the city center. Center Street runs
north to south, and Center Avenue East to West, with all streets laid out in a
grid expanding outwards from the center.
The Southwest . . .
extends from the forests of Kananaskis Country to the office towers of downtown,
and is a mix of residential and business districts. It includes the natural
beauty of North Glenmore Reservoir and the fashionable 17th Avenue shopping
district. The Southwest is also home to the Fourth Street Restaurant district
and the Elbow River, which winds its way from Glenmore Reservoir down through
the city center until its rendezvous with the Bow River near Inglewood. The Eau
Claire Market and riverfront trails around Prince's Island Park provide a clean
and refreshing break from downtown, and are popular lunch spots with downtown
office workers.
The Southeast . . .
is home to vast oil refineries, fabrication plants and heavy industry, as well
as trendy new housing developments and the world famous Spruce Meadows
equestrian facilities. Its western boundary is defined by the Macleod Trail
Strip, 10 miles of flashing neon, huge nightclubs, malls, hotels and luxury car
dealerships. In the north end is the Saddledome and Stampede Grounds, as well as
the historic district of Inglewood and the old town-site of Fort Calgary.
Getting Around
The fastest way to become oriented is to take a trip to the top of the Calgary
Tower, where the entire city is spread out far below. The restaurant and lounge
in the observation deck rotate slowly, giving you a 360-degree view every few
minutes, so you never know what you will see next when you look out the window.
Calgary is prepared for all weather, no matter how severe with its remarkable
Plus 15 system, an extensive network of indoor walkways 15 feet above the
ground. The climate controlled walkways make it possible to see most of the
downtown highlights with no contact with the outdoor wind and chill.
Tour bus packages are the easiest way to see the countryside around Calgary in a
short time. Several companies provide motorcoach trips from major Calgary hotels
to Banff, the Columbia Icefield, and Waterton Lakes National Park. There are
also luxury train tours through the Rocky Mountains and southern British
Columbia.
To get off the beaten path and see parts of the mountains invisible from the
tour buses, guided horseback rides are offered at several ranches in Kananaskis
Country. RECOMMENDED ADVENTURE TOUR OPERATORS The following operators are personally known to catdirect and highly recommended.
Home on the Range -
Western Adventure Tours
All-inclusive escorted and self-drive western experience tours
originating from Calgary include rodeos, powwows, the Rocky Mountains, natural
and historic sites, and guest ranches. Custom itineraries for groups and
individuals also include your choice of cattle drives, pack trips, working ranch
stays and wedding packages.
Inside Out
Experience
Rafting, Hiking and Horseback Riding in the Canadian
Rocky Mountains.
Located just outside Calgary, these knowledgeable, professional guides
ensure great fun for all.
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