Come Visit the West, Calgary Alberta.
The bustling city of Calgary is one of Alberta, Canada’s major centers, with a population of one million. Calgary’s optimism and legendary western hospitality is rooted in its rich western heritage and the pioneering traditions of the strong-willed people who built the city over 100 years ago.

Our young and modern city reflects its colourful history, holds dear the spirit of western values, is committed to a love-life attitude and shares its keen sense of adventure with visitors year-round. Delegates of the 2006 Air Cargo Forum in September will enjoy the Old West, Real West, Wild West and New West.

Experience the legends in Calgary, Heart of the Old West
Cowboy culture, old-style saloons and a sense of adventure born of a frontier past. From aboriginal traditions, to the colourful history of traders, soldiers, Mounties and ranchers, the elements of Calgary’s rich heritage are woven into everyday life.

Be a cowboy in Calgary, Heart of the Real West
Attitude and lifestyle influenced by a backyard of mountains, prairies and clear blue skies with plenty of sunshine. No pretensions. No illusions. Experience Calgary where you can live the life of a cowboy in the scenic rolling foothills nestled against the majestic Canadian Rockies.

Play in Calgary, Heart of the Wild West
Calgarians exude an electric spirit that stands behind the home team.

The Canadian Rockies and Banff National Park
Mother Nature has provided her best in Alberta, offering staggering glaciated mountain peaks, emerald lakes and rolling prairies as a feast for the eyes, offering a lifetime of memories. Alberta is yours to explore - from hiking in the Rocky Mountains to the modern culture of Calgary that offers visitors exemplary dining, shopping and arts. There is an unrivalled choice of activities within Alberta for the most discerning travelers.

Boasting five World Heritage UNESCO Sites, over sixty Provincial protected areas and five National Parks, Alberta is yours to discover. Fall is a wonderful time of year in this province with long sunny days and incredible golden Larch trees brightening the valley walls. This is the perfect opportunity to embark on a day hike in Lake Louise with a knowledgeable interpretive guide or take a leisurely mountain bike ride to enjoy the scenery while bonding with nature and the outdoors.

For the more adventurous among you there is world-class climbing on stable granite slab, exhilarating white water rafting on local rivers and unrivalled fly fishing in the most stunning of surroundings.

One of the traditional and most enjoyable ways to see the Rocky Mountains is to saddle up and trail ride through the back country with a bonafide cowboy. Experience a real cook-out with steak and other fixings cooked over an open fire and ride home at the end of the day.

The choice for day tours, adventure activities and multi-day tours are endless.

More information:

www.travelalberta.com
www.tourismcalgary.com
www.banfflakelouise.com