Halifax touring

This is what we did on July 31st….

Today we toured around the Halifax area, taking in some of the historic sites and learning about some of the city’s history. In addition, we got to view some really scenic areas.

Our first stop was to visit a cemetery where many of the people who died aboard the Titanic are buried. When the ship first struck the iceberg and sank, a call went out for help. Halifax was first to respond by sending a ship to recover the dead. Many of them were brought back to Halifax. Although some of the dead were identified, many are buried with simple identifications such as “unknown, number 4”. The graves were lined up in the shape of the boat.

We drove through some of the older residential area with lovely Victorian homes dating back to the early 1800’s. The architecture of those homes is so beautiful. They just don’t build them like that anymore!

We climbed up to the hill overlooking Halifax Harbor. There sits the Halifax Citadel, command post of Halifax’s defenses since 1756. Four different forts have been built on the site with the present one being built in 1856. British garrisons were stationed there until 1906. The interpretive staff and guides are dressed as Royal Artillery of 1856. In addition, Royal Highlander Bagpipers perform. It is an impressive fortress.

Next we drove out to a tiny fishing village, known as Peggy’s Cove. It is one of the most photographed sites in all of Canada. It is truly a picturesque spot. They have a lighthouse that doubled a the post office. Here are a few photos.






We thought it was a picturre perfect place and we lucked out and had a sunny day. Apparently it is foggy there 2 days out of every 3. I don't think I would like that.