Of Vancouver, British Columbia, is the area known as the Fraser Valley. The valley is named after the river that flows into the mighty Fraser Georgia Strait near Vancouver. Source of the river is close to Mt. Robson in the Rocky Mountains. As leaves Vancouver on the road. 1 also known as the Trans Canada Highway, it is worth reflecting that this is the longest national paved road in the world. It runs between Victoria BC and Newfoundland St. John, a distance of over 7700 km or 4700 miles. As the leaves Vancouver roads and the surrounding municipalities of Coquitlam and Burnaby through the Port Mann Bridge, which crosses the Fraser River. A vehicle, you can usually see big log booms and tugboats working, both recalled the ancient history of the region.
The Fraser Valley is one of B.C. of. Farms here are known for the variety of fruits and vegetables they produce. Travel in summer can easily see blueberry, raspberry, strawberry and corn fields of the highway. On the way are apple orchards and vineyards.
When the various fruits are in season a popular past time is to visit farms that offer "choose your own price" for blueberries and strawberries or want, loans, new products harvested is also available. The area is also famous for corn, Jubilee and sweet peaches and cream are two popular varieties.
If anyone loves the tasting, there are at least 15 wineries in the Fraser Valley. The oldest vineyards in the valley of Chaberton Estate Estates. The winery, located in 55 acres, specializing in wines "cold climate" and has won many awards. In summer, outdoor dining with views of the vineyards is a particularly pleasant way to pass the time.
Other wineries in the area, such as Fort Wine Co. specialize in wines fortified fruit and dessert wines made from the variety of fruits grown in BC Here is the wine made with both red cranberries and white, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and even a mixture of apples and pears. This winery also has a bistro wine and cheese. Another great place to enjoy a little of what British Columbia has to offer.
East of the city of Langley is the historic village of Fort Langley. The center has a variety of wonderful shops, art galleries, restaurants and cafes.
Near the village is the historic Fort Langley. It was here in 1827 that trading post of the Hudson's Bay Company was created. Fort Langley became an important trading post for trade with the indigenous peoples of the region. In the 1830 was wood and tile salmon and cedar salt export as far as the Hawaiian Islands.
There are also a variety of exhibits and interactive activities.
Other recreational outdoor activities in the area include fishing, canoeing, hiking and horseback riding.
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