Seven Wonders of Vancouver
I just came across a nifty website (one of perhaps many that I am not aware of) that actually showcases the multicultural diversity that we have in Vancouver: The Source newspaper… …I read a piece they wrote on the seven wonders of Vancouver, which (according to a survey cited by author Amelia Pourian) are:
* Stanley Park
* Grouse Mountain
* Robson Street
* The international cuisine
* The sea wall
* Vancouver Art Gallery
* English BayHmmm… This is worth discussing. I personally enjoy Deep Cove enormously (and since Grouse Mountain is considered still Vancouver, my preference is valid!).
[From Raul @ Hummingbird604]
I already commented on Raul’s post about how I can probably see, in some way or another, how those seven things would be highly regarded - all except for Robson Street… seriously.
The original article states: “The seven wonders of Vancouver act as beacons, as well as reminders of Vancouver’s history. It is a history which transcends through the character of these wonders. As Vancouver continues to grow with every passing year and becomes the holding ground for internationally televised events, more tourists flock to the city.” [TheSource]. Yes I see them as beacons for tourists.
Stanley Park, agreed. Grouse Mountain, yes. The cuisine, oh man yes, so yummy. The Sea Wall? Yeah perhaps if they’d get busy fixing it… The VAG? sure, yes. English Bay? Hmm… okay it’s nice, I like to take a walk down there sometimes with my sweetheart but what about the sunsets from Third Beach? Or Sunset Beach? Or Wreck/Pacific Spirit Park?
Wreck beach was actually listed as one of Canada’s wonders in a recent CBC poll, the Seven Wonders of Canada. Even Number 5 Road in Richmond topped the nation’s list for its multiculturalism. Other ‘wonders’ from BC were Cathedral Grove on the island (which is truly amazing), Haida Gwaii, the Spiral Tunnels and the Rockies.
Head over to Raul’s site to leave a comment to discuss or post one below, what do YOU think are the “seven wonders” of Vancouver? Feel free to agree/disagree with anything on the current list or create your own… like Mui Garden in the Robson Market who does in fact ‘probably’ have the best curry in the world.
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August 31st, 2007 at 9:43 am
I would think the Gastown area would better suited than Robson Street is.
What about the Queen Elizabeth Garden? I still want to have dinner at the 4-Seasons that over looks the city’s skyline.
What about Commercial Drive? I would say that is one of the more multicultural places in Vancouver
August 31st, 2007 at 10:36 am
Thanks so much for this Rebecca! Much appreciated.
I agree with Tyler on his three suggestions - Commercial Drive, Queen Elizabeth and Commercial Drive.
Absolutely with you on Wreck and the multiculturalism of No. 5 Road. I am curious as to the beaches you mentioned with beautiful sunsets. I watched the sunset with my friend Sara at Jericho Beach and it was beautiful.
August 31st, 2007 at 11:01 am
Grouse Mountain is not in Vancouver….
August 31st, 2007 at 11:04 am
Which do you think the “seawall” means or should mean: around Stanley Park or all the rest of the path around English Bay, Yaletown, Scienceworld, False Creek, Kits/Jericho/all those beaches?
If the latter, then most of the seawall is in fact open and though it doesn’t surround woods and be isolated on a peninsula, it offers a myriad of activity, life, and fantastic views.
I get bugged when I say “seawall” and mean False Creek or Yaletown and people can only think I’m headed out to Stanley Park.
August 31st, 2007 at 11:57 am
Confession…. I’ve *never* been to the VAG.
September 1st, 2007 at 1:12 pm
I haven’t been to the VAG either.. I walk by it every day too..