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Victoria – Ogden Point

Ogden Point breakwater with Dallas Road in the background

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Fisgard Light

Fisgard Light National Historic Site The 14.6 m (48 ft) Fisgard Light was built by the British in 1860 as a beacon for the British Royal Navy’s Pacific Squadron. It was named after HMS Fisgard, a British Navy ship that … Continue reading

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Sayward – Cable Cafe

The Cable Cafe is a steel frame building bolted to a cement base. There are approximately 26 tons, or 8,200 feet of wire rope welded to the channel iron frame of the structure. The walls are covered with used logging … Continue reading

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Classic Victoria – The Empress

The Empress – an iconic Victoria landmark

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Classic Victoria – Inner Harbour

Victoria’s Inner Harbour, looking toward the Johnston Street Bridge

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Classic Victoria – Ogden Point Breakwater

Ogden Point breakwater

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