Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Hamilton, Canada
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Hamilton is a port city in Ontario, Canada. It has a population of around 650,000, as of 2006. The city of Hamilton was only formed on 1 January, 2001 from the densely population regional municipalities. It is the 3rd largest city in Ontario, and the 9th largest in Canada.

Downtown Hamilton
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Before the arrival of the British, the area around Hamilton was inhabited by the Neutral Indians. They were driven out by the Iroquois indigenous people who were allied to the British.

Hamilton was named after Canadian merchant/politician George Hamilton (1788-1836) who purchased farm holdings there. The present city of Hamilton was formed in 2001 through the amalgamation of six municipalities namely Hamilton, Ancaster, Dundas, Flamborough, Glanbrook and Stoney Creek.

Hamilton Farmer's Market
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Travel to Hamilton

By Plane
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (CYHM) receives flights mostly from other Canadian cities. There are shuttle services provided by four independent companies, Airlink Transportation Services, Niagara Airbus, Airways Transit and Red Car Services.

Albion Falls, Hamilton, in winter
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Travel within Hamilton

The most practical way to move about in Hamilton is to drive. You can take the bus in the downtown area, but other than that, it is too long a wait.

Places of Interest in Hamilton

Dundurn Castle
A National Historic Site and one of the best-known landmark in Hamilton.
Royal Botanical Gardens
Gardens comprising forest, marshland and lakes over a 1,093-hectare area.
McMaster Museum of Art
Houses an impressive collection of art numbering some 6,000 works.
Battlefield House Museum
Heritage house dating to the late 18th century with interpreters in period costume.
Hamilton Waterfront
Redeveloped waterfront with marina, waterfront trail and tours.
Hamilton Museum of Steam and Technology
Museum in a 19th century public works building that houses two steam engines.
Art Gallery of Hamilton
The third biggest public art gallery in Ontario.
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
Museum featuring aircrafts used by the Canadian air force from World War II until present time.
Parks Canada Discovery Centre
Facility with interactive exhibits showcasing Canada's national parks, historic sites and marine conservation areas.
Westfield Heritage Village
Living history museum with over thirty buildings representing various time periods.
Waterfalls of Hamilton
Hamilton has over 100 waterfalls and cascades.

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