Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island, Maritime province in eastern Canada
Description
Prince Edward Island is a province in eastern Canada, shaped by reddish soil, gentle green hills and long sandy beaches. Over ninety coastal stretches line the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, while fields and meadows cover the inland areas.
History
The Mi'kmaq lived on this island long before European settlers from France and Britain arrived. In 1873 it became the seventh province of Canada after negotiations about railway debts were concluded.
Culture
Oysters and potatoes play an important role in the local kitchen, where visitors can sample them in restaurants and at seasonal festivals. Many residents still maintain Celtic music traditions and celebrate their Scottish and Irish roots at ceilidhs, evening gatherings with dancing and live music.
Practical
Charlottetown is the largest city and sits centrally, so most places can be reached within an hour or two of driving. The summer months bring warm days and many visitors, while autumn brings harvest time and a quieter countryside.
Did you know?
The fine red sediment covering the island comes from iron-rich sandstone and stains fields, roads and even some beaches in a noticeable rust red. This unusual color shapes the entire landscape and appears especially strong in early morning or late afternoon.
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Confederation Bridge
46.7 km
Green Gables
17.5 km
Prince Edward Island National Park
9.8 km
Province House
19.2 km
Eastlink Centre
18.3 km
Government House
19.4 km
Confederation Centre of the Arts
19.3 km
Cavendish Beach
21 km
Dalvay-by-the-Sea
9.9 km
Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst
23.1 km
Fort Gaspareaux
78.2 kmBasin Head Provincial Park
83.8 km
Victoria Park
19.5 km
Hillsborough River Bridge
19.7 km
Charlottetown City Hall
19.2 km
All Souls' Chapel
19.2 km
Murray Beach Provincial Park
64.9 km
Cabot Beach Provincial Park
42.4 km
Farmers' Bank of Rustico
6.9 km
Wood Islands Lighthouse
61.1 km
Point Prim Light Station
40.5 kmThe Links at Crowbush Cove
45.8 km
Seacow Head Light
47.8 km
Confederation Centre Art Gallery
19.3 km
Chelton Beach Provincial Park
43.4 kmArdgowan
17.4 kmMill River Fun Park
80.7 km
North Cape Light
95.2 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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