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Snow-capped mountain peaks, lush meadows carpeted in wildflowers, sparkling green lakes and thick evergreen forests filled with wildlife — Alberta is home to some of the most hauntingly beautiful landscapes on the planet. There are a host of activities to enjoy and scenic spots to discover in the Canadian Rockies and in the nearby city of Calgary, a top notch cosmopolitan destination that is famous for its western hospitality and its annual Calgary Stampede.

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Fodor's The Complete Guide to the National Parks of the West: with the Best Scenic Road Trips
Fodor's The Complete Guide to the National Parks of the West: with the Best Scenic Road Trips
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Calgary

With the eastern face of the Rockies as its backdrop, the crisp concrete-and-steel skyline of Calgary, Alberta, seems to rise from the plains as if...

Jasper National Park

Jagged mountain peaks, shimmering glaciers, and crystal-clear lakes are just part of the incredible scenery that makes up the largest and wildest of Canada's Rocky...

Canmore and Kananaskis Country

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Fodor's Canadian Rockies: with Calgary, Banff & Jasper
For over 80 years, Fodor's Travel has been a trusted resource offering expert travel...

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Fodor's The Complete Guide to the National Parks of the West: with the Best Scenic Road Trips
Whether you want to hike through jaw-dropping landscapes of Yosemite, see rare wildlife...

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