Gaspe
The Gaspesie, or Gaspe Peninsula, is located on the eastern tip of the province of Quebec, north of New Brunswick. It is mostly a coastal region being surrounded by the St. Lawrence estuary and gulf as well as by the Bay of Chaleur. The Gaspesie is 560 km from Montreal and 340 km from Quebec City by road.
Attractions
The Reford Gardens (Les Jardins de Métis) are recognized as one of Canada’s outstanding gardens. A national historic site, they are the creation of a passionate gardener and plant lover, Elsie Reford. Visitors to this verdant domain of more 200 acres can admire the splendours of some 3,000 species and varieties of native and exotic plants.
The Bioparc is an educational park that allows its visitors to explore and observe some of the most wondrous phenomena of nature. Come walk with us along our 1 kilometer trail and admire the sight of more than 30 different local animal species, wandering aimlessly in semi open spaces. A blend of nature and wild life inhabits 5 gaspesian ecosystems, The Bay, The Lagoon, The River, The Forest and The Tundra together harbouring over 70 various species of the plant life. Its natural beauties and surroundings bring forth the uniqueness of the Gaspesian Fauna Habitats, while simultaneously, wishing to help the visitor develop an awareness for the protection of its environment.
Currency
In Canada, the Canadian dollar (CAD) is the official currency. Credit cards are widely accepted and often offer a good exchange rate. In all of Canada, a 7% Goods & Services Tax (GST) must be paid on all transportation, accommodation, restaurant meals, and just about anything else you purchase, right down to a pack of gum.
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