Sydney & Area

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Petersfield Provincial Park is a picnic park overlooking the south arm of Sydney Harbour on Cape Breton Island (off Route 239). The park contains remnants of four cultural periods, dating from the late 18th to mid 20th centuries. 

Other park features include picnic tables, interpretive signs, and an extensive network of trails (7 km/4.5 mi). Open seasonally for winter activities although there are no facilities or services provided.

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Suas e!

The Gaels celebrated their culture not in huge buildings or sculptures but in their songs. Their songs told the stories of the people, the land, good times and bad, love's lost and yearned for.

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Where to Find Fresh Lobster

Atlantic lobster from Cape Breton Island is renowned for being the freshest and some of the tastiest lobster in the world.

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North Sydney & Area

From fossil hunting, searching for sea glass, and rockhounding to hiking, kayaking, and swimming the Northside's beaches offer a range of options. And with a history going back millions of years, there's plenty to see and...

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