Category: History & Culture
On her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, the RMS Titanic struck an iceberg in the North Atlantic the night of April 14, 1912. In less than three hours, the ship that was touted as “unsinkable”, descended to its final resting place in the Atlantic Ocean. Of its 2,228 passengers and crew, 1,518 lost their lives. The story of Titanic, a remarkable engineering feat of the early 20th century, continues to captivate our interest, hearts and emotions.
The Gaelic language spoken in Nova Scotia is the same as the Gaelic spoken by the early Scottish Gaelic settlers. Commonly referred to as Scottish Gaelic or Gaelic, it is part of life in the province.
Atlantic Canada’s literary tradition stretches back centuries, and the culture of this land reaches back thousands of years. This starter pack of books suggested by Atlantic Books Today, the east coast’s premier literary magazine, will add adventure, wisdom and fun to your visit.
Each of Nova Scotia’s 86 Canadian National Historic Sites tell the story of centuries of adventure, cultural diversity, conquest, discovery and scenic beauty.
Georges Island is so close to Halifax’s busy waterfront, it seems to loom through the windows of downtown landmarks like Canada’s Immigration Museum at Pier 21 and the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market. Because it has such a long and complex history and was closed to the public, legends grew up around it. According to one, the island’s tunnels extended beneath the harbour floor all the way to its sister fortification on Citadel Hill that overlooks the city.
History buffs can immerse themselves in the fascinating cultural, maritime, and military heritage of a town founded in 1749. The Mi’kmaq spent the summers here hunting and fishing, and after the city’s founding, sailors would haunt the rough and tumble taverns known as grog shops
Bluenose II, Nova Scotia’s sailing ambassador, is a faithful replica of her famous mother, the original Bluenose schooner that was launched in 1921 and raced undefeated in international competition for 17 years and today appears on the the Canadian dime (10-cent piece).
The beautiful coast of the South Shore is inspiration for dozens of artists and artisans who live and work in the coastal communities here. You could easily spend most of your Nova Scotia visit hopping from one gallery and shop to another. From Peggy’s Cove to Shelburne and all points in between, the perfect handcrafted souvenir to remember your trip to Nova Scotia is easily found here. Enjoy this selection of galleries and shops waiting to welcome you.
