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Ottawa ( / ˈɒtəwə / ⓘ, / ˈɒtəwɑː /; Canadian French: [ɔtawɑ]) is the capital city of Canada. It is located in the southern portion of the province of Ontario, at the confluence of the Ottawa River and the Rideau River.
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- Parliament Hill. The seat of Canada's federal government and the setting for national celebrations the year round, Parliament Hill is the most visited Ottawa attraction.
- National Cultural Attractions. Ottawa cultural attractions, museums and galleries invite visitors to experience the best of Canada all in one place. Whether it's the stunning National Gallery of Canada, with world-class art on display, or the dramatic Canadian War Museum, these are the experiences that bring Canadian culture to life for any visitor.
- ByWard Market. A historic farmers' market and shopping district by day, a favourite gathering place of restaurants and clubs by night - the ByWard Market, just east of Parliament Hill, is one Ottawa neighbourhood you won't want to miss.
- UNESCO Rideau Canal. A historic waterway filled with boaters spring through fall and the world's largest naturally frozen skating rink in winter – the Rideau Canal winds through the heart of Ottawa before connecting with the Ottawa River through dramatic stepped locks right next to Parliament Hill.
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