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Experience the amazing Reversing Falls Rapids, Saint
John's best-known attraction. Twice daily the powerful tides of the
Bay of Fundy rise faster than the river can empty. When this
happens, the tide attempts to push the river back upstream, then the
tide ebbs and the river appears to reverse itself and flow over the
rocks, creating the appearance of reversing rapids. |
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Fun Things to Do |
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Visit the historic Trinity Anglican Church, which dates
from 1877, when the original structure was destroyed in the
Great Fire. Shop at your leisure in the antique and
specialty shops located along Prince William Street, then
through the Old City Market on Germain Street. Downtown, you
can explore Kind Square and walk past the Imperial Theater,
Old Country Courthouse and the Loyalist Burial Grounds. |
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Visit St. Martin's Sea Caves and Beach, where you'll see
caves carved out by the pounding tides, as well as the
rock-covered beach. St. Martins' twin-covered bridges,
harbor area and lighthouse are favorites with photographers
and painters. |
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Explore Fort Howe, built in 1777 to serve as both
protection for the harbor and as the city jail. The building
itself is now closed, but the rocky promontory on which it
sits offers an excellent panoramic view of the city and
harbor. |
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| Get
a Taste of Local Flavor |
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| Due to the cool waters, the area is most
known for its lobster and other shellfish, including oysters,
scallops, clams, crabs and mussels. Traditional fish and chips are
also quite popular with the locals. |
| Local
Currency |
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| 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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