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City descritpion
Situated between the Pacific Coast and the Coast Mountains, Vancouver is the cultural center of Western Canada. With numerous museums, the historic quarter of Gastown and the magnificent surroundings, the host city of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games has developed into a popular destination.
Gastown
The historic quarter near the port is famous for its boutiques and restaurants and for a steam clock which plays the Westminster Quarters.
Vancouver Art Gallery
The largest art museum in Western Canada is situated in a neoclassical building. The exhibition includes works by Emily Carr and Marc Chagall.
Grouse Mountain
The nearby mountain offers perfect conditions for hikers and winter sport enthusiasts and a spectacular view of the city and the Pacific.
