Niagara-on-the-Lake, Historic Victorian town in Ontario, Canada
Description
Niagara-on-the-Lake is a municipality in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, Ontario, located along the shore of Lake Ontario near the mouth of the Niagara River. Red brick buildings line the streets of the Heritage District, where cast-iron planters filled with seasonal flowers decorate the sidewalks.
History
The settlement was founded in 1781 as Butlersburg and served as the first capital of Upper Canada. Fort George was built between 1796 and 1799 and played a military role during the War of 1812 along the American-Canadian border.
Culture
Horse-drawn carriages carry visitors along streets lined with boutique shops selling regional crafts and wines from local vineyards. The Shaw Festival brings audiences to see plays by George Bernard Shaw and his contemporaries, with performances running from spring through early winter in dedicated theaters.
Practical
The Heritage District is walkable, and public transit links the different neighborhoods within the municipality. Most wineries, boutiques, and restaurants welcome visitors year-round, with more establishments open during summer and autumn.
Did you know?
The Niagara Golf Club is the oldest existing golf course in North America and has offered players a course since the 19th century. St. Mark's Church from 1809 stands nearby and features simple wooden pews and stained glass windows.
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Very cute little town in Ontario, a must-visit on your way to the famous falls.
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