Hamilton is very different from what most people think it is. The image anyone thinks when they hear "Hamilton" is this...
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...and most people can't get past that. The people that do get past the steel mills are lucky enough to view Hamilton from a different angle like this...
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City of Waterfalls:
One of Hamilton's main attractions are its waterfalls. With over 100 waterfalls Hamilton is
The Waterfall Capital of the World and has been given the name 'The City of Waterfalls'.
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The Devil's Punchbowl:
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Albion Falls:
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Tews Falls:
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Parks/Outdoors/Nature/Recreation:
Wild Waterworks on the beach is always fun in the summer...
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If you like biking/rollerblading/running/etc., try taking the new landmark Waterfront Link Bridge to get to the beach and then enjoy the paved trail that goes along the whole beach right to Burlington.
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Food:
Food trucks have become very popular in Hamilton. There is an event called 'Sew Hungry' that takes place on Ottawa Street, Hamilton's Fabric & Textile District, where all the food trucks line the street so people can try them all...
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Also check out Tim Hortons store #1 on Ottawa Street.
A new restaurant in Hamilton, which is nice if you want to go somewhere fancy, is 'Sarcoa' which overlooks the harbour...
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Supercrawl:
Supercrawl is an annual event that celebrates the diversity of James North, our multi-disciplinary arts community, and the incredible spark that results with our unique mix of cultures, businesses and creative people. Supercrawl is heading into its 5th year in 2013 with the hopes to continue to grow the event into the downtown premier event of the year.
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That's just a few reasons why it is great to visit Hamilton.