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Peggy's Cove
Peggy's Coveis located approx. 43 km southwest of Halifax in Nova Scotia, Canada. It is a small fishing village facing the Atlantic Ocean and one of the most iconic coastal views in the area. The village is spread across a massive granite formation, with white boulders, smoothed by waves and glaciers, extending from the village entrance to the water's edge. Colorful fishing shacks, docks, and lobster traps dot the landscape, creating a picturesque scene that has long attracted photographers and painters. The origin of the village's name is a subject of much debate, but the most popular version involves a shipwreck survivor—people called her "Peggy," and the village was named after her.Halifax · 31.9 km from downtown
Halifax Public Gardens
Halifax Public Gardensis located in the center of Halifax and is one of the best-preserved Victorian-style urban gardens in North America. The garden covers an area of approx. 16 acres and consists of symmetrical flower beds, manicured lawns, fountains, sculptures, stone bridges, and ponds. The cast-iron gates at the entrance and the central bandstand retain the landscape style of the late 19th century. Due to its exquisite landscape, it is often chosen as a location for wedding and graduation photos. After exploring the surrounding shopping area, you can enter the garden to take a break, find a bench by the pond, sit down, and watch the ducks swim by, truly experiencing the leisurely daily life of the locals.Halifax · 866m from downtown
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
The octagonal star-shaped fortress was a military fortress built by the British army to resist the French army. The castle was built on a hill, overlooking the city of Halifax. The existing castle was built in 1825 and is one of the largest stone fortresses in North America. It houses the Nova Scotia Museum and the Arms and Ordnance Museum.Halifax · 371m from downtown
Fisherman's Cove Heritage Centre
Fisherman's Cove is a small town located on the other side of Halifax, famous for its authentic seafood. There is a beautiful bay here, and there are a considerable number of seafood restaurants and resorts. Not only can you enjoy the perfect seaside scenery, but you can also go fishing and eat seafood dinners. It is a famous local tourist destination.Eastern Passage · 1.6 km from downtown
York Redoubt National Historic Site
Halifax · 6 km from downtown
Belchers Marsh Park
Halifax · 8.1 km from downtown
Valleyfield Farm Ltd
Halifax · 18 km from downtown
City Harbour Cruises
Halifax · 519m from downtown
HMCS Sackville
Halifax · 503m from downtown
Sandy Lake Park
Bedford · 1.9 km from downtown
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Peggy's Cove
Halifax · 31.9 km from downtownHalifax Public Gardens
Halifax · 866m from downtown
Crystal Crescent Beach Provincial Park
Halifax · 20.9 km from downtown
Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial Park
Halifax · 12.1 km from downtown
Sir Sandford Fleming Park
Halifax · 3 km from downtown
Lunenburg
Lunenburg County · 65.9 km from Halifax
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Sabrina.Anna.MMMarch 12, 2022
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if you go back a little you can find some angles for photos with out people in them
Peggy's Cove
cat13January 28, 2025
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Gorgeous! We busted around mid October and the leaves were begging to change. Everything was so well kept and picture perfect. They had flowers I’d never seen before. They were so pretty!! Enjoyed walking around here for a while!
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