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Top 10 Places In Regina

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Top 10 Places In Regina

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Archbishop M.C. O'Neill High School

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Anyone with an interest in art, and in particular Canadian art, will not want to

miss this well-known Regina gallery

MacKenzie Art Gallery

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Saskatchewan Science Centre

• Located in the midst of stunning Wascana Centre, this is not a stuffy museum designed for quiet contemplation

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Saskatchewan Roughriders Football Club

• Any sports fan in town during football season simply cannot miss a Roughriders game

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Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame & Museum

A passion for sports runs deep in Canada, and Saskatchewan is no exception.

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Regina Plains Museum• Devoted to the preservation of Regina history, this civic museum delves into a

variety of relevant topics, including politics, the economy, industry, cultures and more. Exhibits rotate regularly at this downtown museum; currently on display is an ode to the prarie called "The Glass Wheatfield" by Jacqueline Berting, crafted from 14,000 handmade wheat stalks. Take a self-guided tour, or have an expert guide you upon request. Free admission.

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Royal Canadian Mounted Police Heritage Centre

• Since 1873, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police have played a key role in the development of Saskatchewan and Canada as a whole, and this museum provides a fascinating glimpse into the history, tradition, training and equipment that makes this corps unique. Try to catch the Sergeant Major's Parade any weekday at 12:45, or in the evenings view the elaborate flag lowering ceremony that involves uniformed members on horseback. Admission is free.

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Saskatchewan Legislative Building• Government buffs will want to see the place where Saskatchewan laws are made

at this imposing legislative building, designed to reflect the influence of the English Renaissance. The limestone structure was built in 1919, and its high-flying tower and dramatic dome have become a trademark feature of Regina's skyline. Head inside for a tour to learn more about Parliament, or simply stroll among the magnificently landscaped grounds.

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Wascana Park • At more than 2300 acres and with a variety of parks, exhibits and structures, it is

almost impossible to see all that Wascana Centre has to offer. A favorite of locals as well as visitors, this park, which includes a man-made lake, was established by the legislature in 1962. One of the largest parks in North America, it includes kid-friendly parks as well as areas for skiing, tobogganing, boating, hiking, swimming, outdoor performances, bird watching and much more. A must-see.

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Government House Museum and Heritage Property

• One of the oldest historic buildings in Saskatchewan, this stunning mansion was built in 1891 and once served as the home of the Lieutenant Governor, who at the time was a representative of the Queen. The meticulously refurbished interior, along with guides dressed in period garb, take you back to Victorian times. Tours are available every 30 minutes. Browse the interesting inventory at the gift shop or just relax in the verdant landscape of the Sylvia Fedoruk Conservatory. Free admission

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Royal Saskatchewan Museum• Earth sciences, life sciences, and First Nations heritage are just a few of the topics

receiving in-depth attention at this Saskatchewan must-see. Devoted to the history of the province, you can delve into geology, study the plants and animals that originated here and learn the fascinating history of the area's first peoples. You'll even find "Scotty," one of only a dozen known T-Rex dinosaurs in the world. Fun and educational for kids and adults alike; admission by donation.