Alberta spots just named ‘unforgettable’ by National Geographic
National Geographic just released its list of unforgettable family destinations across Canada, and two Alberta spots made the cut.
The publication highlighted both Dinosaur Provincial Park and Drumheller, pointing families towards Alberta’s badlands. Known for its unique landforms and rich history associated with dinosaurs, the badlands attract visitors from all over the world.
Dinosaur Provincial Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is where some of the world’s largest dinosaur fossils have been found. From May through October, professional paleontologists lead guided excavations, offering visitors the chance to watch as fossils are uncovered from the ground.
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Drumheller, known as the Dinosaur Capital of the World, is home to the famous Royal Tyrrell Museum. Visitors can explore fossil exhibits and try hands-on activities like fossil casting, all while learning about the tools and techniques of paleontology. The museum is home to one of the most impressive dinosaur collections in the world, featuring more than 160,000 fossils.
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Besides the Royal Tyrell Museum, Drumheller offers plenty of things to see and do around the badlands, from exploring unique land formations like coulees and river valleys to guided tours that explain the history of the town and its dinosaur roots. There is no shortage of ways to enjoy the town
Drumheller was the only Alberta destination to make the list. Other locations included Halifax Harbour and Bay of Fundy, N.S., for its whale-watching, Churchill and Narcisse Snake Dens, Man., for its polar bear and snake populations, and Old Quebec, Que., for its culture and living history.
Drumheller is no stranger to being recognized. Earlier this year, it was named one of the best places to visit in Canada. It is also home to the World’s Largest Dinosaur, a 26 metre tall Tyrannosaurus Rex named Tyra.
You can view National Geographic’s full list here.