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6 picture perfect spots in downtown Winnipeg -

6 picture perfect spots in downtown Winnipeg

6 picture perfect spots in downtown Winnipeg

By: Only in the Peg // May 21, 2013 // Tours

The other day, we were out walking through downtown and it dawned on me what truly beautiful city we have. The architecture, the history--it all combines to create a pretty awesome tableau. So I thought I'd create a little list of some great picture perfect hotspots as designated by yours truly (not that I'm a photography expert or anything, but I know what I like--mostly chocolate and good wine, but now I'm getting off topic here).

1. St. Boniface Cathedral

This is kind of a no brainer. It's gorgeous. It's stunning. I'd look at it all day if I could.

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2. Dalnavert Museum

This adorable house was once the home of Manitoba premiere Sir Hugh John McDonald (not to be confused with Sir John A MacDonald, which was a totally different guy) and is now home to a Victorian era museum. She's not flashy, but she is very pretty and I always get a smile when I see it.

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3. The wrong side of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Yah, that's right. We're so used to seeing the spectacular glassed-in front, but the back side has got its own thing going on too.

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4. Portage and Main

From all angles it's cool. I snapped this pic as I basically dashed across the street so I could get right in the middle (don't this at home kids).

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5. The Manitoba Legislature

This building has a mysterious and intriguing past with hidden symbols and marking built into its architecture. Take a Hermetic Code Tour to get all the dirt. (Sorry, we could resist sneaking into just one photo.)

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6. Portage and Main (another angle)

Made especially cool if you happen to catch the Winnipeg Trolley going by like I did.

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