Edmonton Accommodations and Information

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Edmonton Alberta Traveller Facts

The capital of Alberta, Edmonton, is known as the 'Gateway to the North' since it is a transportation hub and gateway to regions such as the Yukon and Northwest Territories. It began as an oil town, and is now Canada's oil capital, with 2200 oil wells within a 40 km (25 mi.) radius. This prosperous resource isn't the only thing drawing people to Edmonton, however. With more green space per capita than any other Canadian city, Edmonton is one of the prettiest prairie cities around!

Stay in an Edmonton, Alberta accommodation, and enjoy all Edmonton has to offer. Known as the festival city, Edmonton is always buzzing with activity, with at least one festival occurring each month, including Canada's largest Fringe Festival. Perhaps the most popular attraction in Edmonton is the West Edmonton Mall, the largest shopping mall in the world with 7 major attractions. Edmonton has several professional sports teams, and is home to The University of Alberta, established in 1908 after Edmonton was declared the capital city. The decision to make Edmonton the capital caused uproar amongst Calgarians, and the friendly competition is still evident on a variety of levels today. Stay in Edmonton and cast your vote for the greatest city in Alberta!

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