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The Nanaimo Bastion is the most endearing symbol of the Harbour City. It is a well-loved monument to the pioneering spirit of this community and it turned an amazing 150 years old in 2003!
As the guardian of this former Hudson's Bay Company outpost, built in 1853, Nanaimo District Museum is showcasing a unique celebration that will highlight its prominent place in Nanaimo's colourful history.
The Year of the Bastion, as proclaimed by Nanaimo City Council in 2003, not only payed tribute to North America's last free standing, original HBC Bastion, it also recognized the people and organizations that fought to preserve it.
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What is the special attraction in Nanaimo?
The best attractions in Nanaimo are, the Bastion, Built in 1884 to protect Nanaimo from invaders. Its also the last free standing Bastion from Hudson Bay Company left in North America.Downtown is another attraction in Nanaimo, with many eligent small owned shops, mixed with big commercial businesses. With an old town feel, it has its modern looks too.Also Nanaimo has many natural trails, and forest area's to walk, hike, and bike. Nanaimo is trying to make this our main attraction.
When was nanaimo founded?
Nanaimo began as a trading post in the early 1800s; in 1849 the Snuneymuxw chief Ki-et-sa-kun ("Coal Tyee") informed the Hudson's Bay Company of the presence of coal in the area, and in 1853 the company built a fort known as the Nanaimo Bastion (still preserved). Subsequently the town was chiefly known for the export of coal.
How Nanaimo got its name?
how did Nanaimo get its name
How did nanaimo got its name?
how did Nanaimo get its name
When was Nanaimo created?
Nanaimo was created in 1874.
What is Nanaimo's population?
The population of Nanaimo is 83,810.
What is nanaimo cold hardiness zone?
Nanaimo's hardiness zone is 8a
What is the distance between nanaimo and Victoria?
110kms or 68miles from nanaimo to Victoria
What is the area of Nanaimo?
Nanaimo is a city located on Vancouver Island in the province of British Columbia, Canada. The total land area of Nanaimo is approximately 90 square kilometers.
What is the miles between Nanaimo and Victoria?
68 Miles From Nanaimo to Victoria or 110kms.
How many kilometers is Vancouver BC from Nanaimo BC?
24kms from Vancouver to Nanaimo
When was Regional District of Nanaimo created?
Regional District of Nanaimo was created in 1967.
