Vancouver is one of the 'Most Livable Cities' in the world. There is so much to see in the city: the mountains, the ocean, Stanley Park and the Lions Gate Bridge, Granville Island and so on. But my favorite spot is the Seawalk in West Vancouver.
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| West Vancouver Seawalk |
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| Looking at the Lions Gate Bridge on the Seawalk |
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| Dundarave Park |
Built on the seaward side of a railway line, West Vancouver's Centennial Seawalk has become the heart of the community. Busy at all hours, it attracts people who come to exercise, or just to connect with the elements and each other. Began in 1967, the two-kilometer paved seaside path stretched between Dundarave Park and 18th Street, and links to further pedestrian routes. Former mayor Don Lanskail championed the project, overseeing its changeling stages of development through the 1980s. the Seawalk gave locals access to the shore and ocean views without needing to trespass on the adjacent rail right-of-way, which they had done since 1914. Plan for a utility upgrade coincided with a massive December 2001 storm - a natural wrecking ball. The widened, raised and reinforced walkway soon reopened, complete with new plantings and curiously effective dog walk.
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| Resting area on the Seawalk |
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| A small park near the 18th Street entrance |
If the weather permits, I like to walk on the Seawalk almost everyday. It make me feel so peaceful and close to the nature. The sea, the sky, the mountains and beautiful arts done by local artists give me joy and inspirations. I am lucky to live here!
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| Beautiful sculpture done by mother nature |
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| Arts done by local artists |
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