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Alberta
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Beyond the vast farms and the oil and natural gas extraction zones—which don’t necessarily benefit the environment but do drive the province’s wealth—Alberta also boasts diverse landscapes, stretching from the Rockies in the west to the eastern plains and the northern forests. For travellers, it offers several parks and nature reserves, plenty of outdoor opportunities, and two appealing and interesting cities: Calgary and Edmonton.
Overview
Beyond the vast farms and the oil and natural gas extraction zones—which don’t necessarily benefit the environment but do drive the province’s wealth—Alberta also boasts diverse landscapes, stretching from the Rockies in the west to the eastern plains and the northern forests. For travellers, it offers several parks and nature reserves, plenty of outdoor opportunities, and two appealing and interesting cities: Calgary and Edmonton.
Key Facts
- Type of place: province.
- Location: In the western Prairies, bordered by British Columbia and the Rockies.
- Local time: . The entire province is on Mountain Time.
- Capital: Edmonton.
- Population: 4,111,500 (2014).
- Area: 661,848 km².
- Density: 6 inhabitants/km².
- Highest point:
- Lowest point:
- Coastline: 0 km; no maritime access.
- Highlights (out of ): Nature ; Adventure ; Culture ; Relaxation/Holidays .
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