Prince Edward Island, Canada
The backdrop to one of Canada's most cherished heroines Anne of Green Gables, Prince Edward Island has a magical feel about it. Coastal scenic drives will show you everything from long beaches to cliffs to the famous red clay sand. The major industries include agriculture, fisheries and of course tourism. Confederation Bridge, an engineering masterpiece, connects the island to New Brunswick; making it easier to access all that it has to offer as well as give the locals an opportunity reach the mainland without the use of a ferry.
Facts
- Population - Total (2009) - 141,551 (est.)
- Official Flower - Pink Lady's Slipper
- Official Tree - Red Oak
- Official Bird - Blue Jay
- Largest city - Charlottetown
- Capital city - Charlottetown
Things to See
- Charlottetown - including Anne of Green Gables experiences
- Cavendish
- Farm & Fishing experiences
- Outdoor activities