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Nanaimo is a vibrant urban centre found on the east side of beautiful Vancouver Island where an abundance of recreation and cultural opportunities exist giving residents a lifestyle second to none for living, working and playing.
Nanaimo (/ n ə ˈ n aɪ m oʊ / nə-NY-moh) is a city of about 100,000 on the east coast of Vancouver Island, in British Columbia, Canada. "The Harbour City" was previously known as the "Hub City", which was attributed to its original layout design with streets radiating from the shoreline like the spokes of a wagon wheel, and to its ...
Nanaimo is a place where you can bungee jump, race bathtubs, vintage shop, paddle, hike and enjoy Canada’s only floating pub. Full of all things unusual/unique in the best way possible, Nanaimo sits at the intersection of urban and nature, old and new. Whatever floats your boat, we’re here for!
Feb 8, 2022 · Whether you’re visiting Nanaimo for the first time or just moved to the area, below are some of the best things to do in Nanaimo, including adventures like whale watching and scuba diving, as well as leisurely activities like visiting parks and enjoying a picnic.
Immerse yourself in Nanaimo’s indigenous history and culture and explore the city’s coal mining past with a walk through a replica coal mine shaft at Nanaimo Museum. Or uncover Nanaimo’s proud military history at the Vancouver Island Military Museum .
Nanaimo is a prime stopover for pleasure boaters on regional excursions through the Discovery Passage, the Gulf Islands and the San Juans. Boaters who moor here receive Tourism Nanaimo’s Come Ashore package of city information and special deals. Explore the Cedar Yellow Point Artisan Trail.
Nanaimo offers activities that resonate with its fiercely independent spirit and rich, layered character. Your adventure in a city that refuses to be defined is just a click away. What will you uncover in Nanaimo?
Nanaimo is the central hub city of Vancouver Island in BC, Canada. It is the second largest city on the island and has the second biggest harbour. In many ways it is the smaller cousin of Victoria.
Jul 8, 2024 · Nanaimo, BC is a beautiful city on Vancouver Island with a name that might sound familiar if you’ve tried the popular Canadian dessert – a Nanaimo bar! The treat is named after this city after it became really popular here in the late 1940s before spreading across Canada.
Jul 17, 2008 · Nanaimo is situated on a narrow coastal plain and is surrounded by good agricultural land and rich timber resources. It is the largest city on Vancouver Island (at the 2006 census) and has the second biggest harbour, which has made it an important distribution and regional centre.
