Why you should visit Alberta in 2023

National Geographic recently released the “Best of the World 2023” list. It reveals 25 incredible cities and towns to inspire your next trip. The community category in the list includes community-led conservation initiatives and sustainable travel.

Alberta is on the list for the community category in 2023 for its efforts in Indigenous tourism. They are leaders in encouraging people to study the ways of life of the First Nations in North America. There are many reasons to visit the beautiful area of Alberta, Canada in 2023. One of them is the chance to learn about Indigenous culture and traditions. If you are seeking a meaningful experience, add it to your itinerary.

Edmonton

Edmonton, the capital of Alberta is the gateway to the north. It runs along the banks of the North Saskatchewan River and is three hours north of Calgary. Because of its position in the north, the winters are cold and gloomy. Yet, the summers may get warm and the sun is visible until midnight.

For thousands of years, Edmonton’s riverbank setting has been a traditional meeting place. And it is the ultimate urban Indigenous cultural experience. You can enjoy the gastronomic delights of an Indigenous-inspired restaurant here. Pei Pei Chei Ow is a delicious breakfast or lunch-to-go option. It offers Indigenous food aiming to evoke memories and comfort.

The Boreal Forest Natural Region spans more than 58% of Alberta’s land area. Moreover, it is a diverse wilderness critical to conserving Alberta’s biodiversity. More than 85 mammal species live in the boreal forest. The wood bison, the biggest land mammal in North America, is one of them. Explore the vast northern parts of the boreal forest to spot bison.

Visit Métis Crossing for a day and learn about how the Métis lived as trappers. See their traditional homes and discover the medicinal purposes of plants. Métis Crossing is Alberta’s first significant Métis cultural interpretive centre. It is on 512 acres of property meant to engage visitors in immersive experiences. The building reflects the Métis community’s values; self-sufficiency, respect and cultural pride.

Canoeing holidays are a Canadian tradition. Fur traders helped map Canada as early as the 1600s. They explored the rivers and lakes in what is now known as the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The Voyageurs were French Canadians who travelled by canoe from the 17th to the 19th century. They sold things like blankets and…