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Gassy Jack Statue, Gastown
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Karsten S.
August 5, 2019
Cycling
A British immigrant gave the district his name, John Deighton, also called "Gassy Jack", Jack with the big mouth. He opened a pub in 1867, first visitors came and stayed, built houses and streets, planted trees and in 1886 Gastown officially became part of Vancouver. That same year, Gastown was devastated by a big fire. It took until the 1920s, then the district was rebuilt. Gastown is considered one of Vancouver's most beautiful neighborhoods.
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Glen Andrews
January 3, 2019
Cycling
Good place to take out of town guests to see the unique shops and restaurants.
Karsten S.
July 31, 2019
Cycling
Gastown is a historic district in the center of Vancouver. The name comes from the British settler John "Gassy Jack" Deighton, who opened here in 1867 the first restaurant. The …
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