|
Newfoundland has been described as a monstrous mass of rock and gravel, like a strange thing from the bottom of the deep lifted up suddenly into sunshine. Most of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador consists of tiny fishing villages on the coast and a wilderness interior. Tourists most often visit Gros Morne National Park or the capital city of St. John's .
The city of St. John's has a cosmopolitan feel, thanks to the many large ships from around the world that can be found in the harbour. Known for its strong tradition of local music, fiercely independent people, and absolutely perfect fish and chips, St. John's is a unique and refreshing vacation spot.
L'anse Aux Meadows has been inhabited for 6000 years. 1000 years ago, Viking Leif Ericsson wintered here with his crew. Today, visitors can experience a re-created Viking colony in the first known European settlement in North America .
The eastern and northern coasts of Newfoundland and Labrador are the best places in the northern hemisphere to observe icebergs. The best time to view icebergs is from April to July. Visitors can take iceberg watching journeys from the town of Twillingate , Newfoundland or St. Anthony , Newfoundland . The average weight of an iceberg found in this area is between 100,000 and 200,000 tons--but they can weigh up to several million tons and tower 20 stories or more above the water line.
|
