The new Fisherman's Wharf Park includes a small playground for kids. Above is a tried and true playground fixture, a slide. Below is a newer style of playground ride, one of a pair of small Fisher-Price style boats mounted on giant springs that are wonderfully bouncy. There's no swing set - perhaps they are considered too dangerous nowadays.
Situated on the far west coast of Canada, on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is the capital city of the Province of British Columbia. Its benign climate (the warmest winters in Canada) and placid lifestyle make it a favorite retirement location as well as a popular tourist destination. About 400,000 people live in Victoria and adjacent communities. Click the photos to see them larger!