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Lunenburg. Old Town Lunenburg is one of only two urban communities in North America designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Seventy percent of the original colonial buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries continue to greet visitors with their colourful façades.
Lunenburg / ˈ l uː n ə n b ɜːr ɡ / is a port town on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, Canada. Founded in 1753, the town was one of the first British attempts to settle Protestants in Nova Scotia. Historically, Lunenburg's economy relied on the offshore fishery, and today it hosts Canada's largest secondary fish-processing plant.
Jun 12, 2024 · Lunenburg, Nova Scotia is known for a lot of things, like its heritage buildings and fishing scene. But did you know that a segment of the Berlin Wall can also be found here? With a name like Lunenburg, you can understand why there might be traces of German history here.
A former rum running and ship building port town, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, postcard-perfect Lunenburg is a fishing village of brightly painted British Colonial buildings built in the 1750s, about 37 miles from Halifax. Lunenburg is now a charming, walkable town, and a must-stop on any trip to Nova Scotia. Here’s what to do when you ...
Old Town Lunenburg is one of only two urban communities in North America designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Considered to be the best surviving planned British colonial town in North America,...
Explore Lunenburg – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, National Historic District, winner of the Communities in Bloom most beautiful small town in Canada, Prettiest Painted Places in Canada, Port City of the Year and Society of American Travel Writers’ awards.
Top Things to Do in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia: See Tripadvisor's 17,973 traveller reviews and photos of Lunenburg tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Lunenburg. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Jul 5, 2017 · Top Things to Do in Lunenburg, Southwest Nova Scotia: See Tripadvisor's 17,547 traveller reviews and photos of 74 things to do when in Lunenburg.
Sep 14, 2022 · The stunning marina and boardwalk are among the most beautiful places in Nova Scotia. It’s here where you’ll find many of the best things to do in Lunenburg including the Fisheries Museum, the Bluenose II, and many yachts and ships that support the town’s fishing industry.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg is stunning! We did an 1 hour walking tour with local guide, Alison. She pointed out several houses of historic significance to us. Lunenburg is a 8 by 6 blocks town which is very walkable. The Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic is located beside the harbour.
