Prince Edward Island, Maritime province in eastern Canada
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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