Hidden gems in British Columbia

This collection highlights unique cultural and historical sites across Victoria and Vancouver. In Victoria, explore the 1908 traditional tea service at the Fairmont Empress and the collection of indigenous totem poles at Thunderbird Park. Vancouver’s contributions include the Nitobe Memorial Garden, a traditional Japanese stroll garden at UBC, and the 'Girl in a Wetsuit' bronze sculpture in Stanley Park. Urban exploration continues at The Pink Alley, a vibrant public space created through metropolitan revitalization.