Victoria, British Columbia's capital, is only a short ferry ride from Vancouver, but the two cities are miles apart in their ambience and aesthetics. Where Vancouver trades its image as a brash, glamorous destination, Victoria offers a destination where refinement and a well-mannered style hold sway.

This section delves into the past and dishes about the present. Just what is it that makes these two cities so unique and so popular? How did they get to be the way they are? Who are the people who left their mark in years gone by, and who are the people who live in Vancouver and Victoria today? What makes the landscapes they inhabit so unique and so memorable? If you're curious, read on. The answers may surprise you.


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