This destination for culture and recreation is walkable and bike-friendly. The community of Inglewood provides space to educate and preserve the environment with our shared heritage. Home to nature reserves, iconic institutions and over 400 buildings constructed before 1914.
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What is Urban Exploring | Rundle Ruins
Urban Exploring looks beyond abandoned ruins at the many elements that create great urban places. We discover and share these places while encouraging community engagement and physical fitness.
The Value of Saving Old Houses | Nimmons’ Residence
In an era of rapid urban development, saving old houses is about more than just preserving physical structures. It is about safeguarding our collective heritage, celebrating architectural diversity, and fostering sustainable practices. There is intrinsic value in saving these historical structures that go beyond sentimentality. Environmental Considerations Preserving old houses is an environmentally responsible choice….
Biking Mohkinstsis | The Elbow River– Where Calgary Comes Together
A 9 km journey that takes you along the Elbow River to its confluence with the Bow. This is more than just a meeting of two rivers. It explores spaces where people have traditionally gathered and how cultures often develop through a connection to the land.
Red Mile
If your boots are made for walking, the Retail and Entertainment District or RED Mile on 17th Avenue is a great place in Calgary for urban exploring. It is an easy 1.6 km connected by urban art, heritage buildings and green space. There are plenty of options to enjoy pit stops and grab something to…
Old School
Calgary has had success preserving prominent examples of its sandstone construction boom. This is achieved through the ongoing use and adaptive reuse of its historic schools. This construction era followed a fire in 1886 that destroyed much of the wood building stock. These schools anchor some of the oldest neighbourhoods. This makes them a great place to explore or start a hike of a historic community.
Sandstone City Legacy
Calgary’s sandstone construction boom began after a fire roared through town in the early morning of Nov. 7, 1886. This building era left a legacy of unique buildings renowned for their beauty and character. So many that Calgary acquired the nickname Sandstone City. Place your vote for which building is best.
Artistic Cityscape
Murals transform Calgary’s cityscape into an expansive open-air urban art gallery. Two of the most iconic works are impressive for more than their longevity. They enhance the overall urban landscape and create a unique sense of place. They are recognizable for their bright colours and imagery that complements the surroundings.
Best Urban Trail for Fall – Weaselhead Flats
The City of Calgary maintains approximately 1000 km of regional pathways and 96 km of trails. These pathways and trails allow you to explore the mix of natural and curated landscapes. With so much to explore, we feature a unique place to escape the city without actually leaving it. Tucked in the southwest, the Weaselhead Flats Natural Environment Park is a gem of urban wilderness.
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