Halifax, Nova Scotia, is known for its rich maritime history, including the devastating Halifax Explosion of 1917, its picturesque waterfront, and the nearby Peggy's Cove Lighthouse. The city also boasts a vibrant cultural scene, delicious seafood, the oldest continuously operating farmers' market in North America, and is a major economic and cultural center for the Atlantic provinces of Canada.
Halifax Public Gardens are one of the finest surviving examples of a Victorian garden in North America. They were founded by the Nova Scotia Horticultural Society in 1836 and were recognized as a National Historic Site in 1984. The Halifax Public Gardens is also part of Canada’s Garden Route.