Saturday, August 20, 2011

There Are Many Arcades And Attractions In Toronto

By Adriana Noton


Living in Canada can mean a variety of things, but the prevailing stereotypes all deal with having a relationship with nature and the general niceness of the population at large. In reality, Canada is a progressive nation with some of the most beautiful and advanced cities, indeed, Toronto is considered one of the top cities in the world. Home to millions and the financial capital of the country, living here or just visiting can be exciting. Arcades and attractions in Toronto offer year round entertainment on top of the variety of festivals and concerts that come throughout the seasons.

Building towards the future has manifested through an embrace of technology and the integration of a city wide wi-fi network. Being hi-tech, however, doesn't mean that people don't embrace all of the different games of the past in concert with the ones of the present.

This is done through the dozens and dozens of amusement halls and arcades that are strewn about the city. The games you play depend entirely on what sort of night you want to have. There are arcades that are filled to the brim with the most cutting edge games and virtual reality, or you can spend your time playing pinball, skeeball, or air hockey.

Finding the right venue for your family involves utilizing Toronto's wi-fi network. There are a variety of sites that keep you up to date concerning businesses, restaurants, and seasonal events. Also, you can download apps right into your smart phone that will alert you to what is happening.

In terms of other attractions, this area is like New York in that it has been influenced by the many cultures that have emigrated to it. Home to one of the greatest Chinatown's in the world, you can tour a variety of cuisines in one night.

Another world renowned food destination can be found at St. Lawrence Market. Every single Saturday this sprawling building is home to a farmer's market that has been going strong for 200 years and includes over 50 gourmet food vendors. Not content to just offer food, the market also hosts an antique fair every Sunday.

The number one tourist attraction in the city can be found in Eaton Centre. It is modeled after the Galleria in Milan, Italy this retail palace hosts some of the greatest retailers in the world, as well as a number of homegrown Canadian designers.

Considering this is a mall, however, many residents like to scour the different shops that are strewn throughout town that are related to the different ethnicities. There is exciting shopping to be had with Greek, Portuguese, and Indian flavors to name only a handful.

Another fantastic place to spend the day is at the Waterfront. Similar to Chicago, you can find a number of museums and science centers build against a beautiful backdrop. This environment also hosts the many festivals that come to town including the Toronto International Film Festival, or TIFF. TIFF has become a major player in the cinema circuit and has been the premiere for a variety of future Oscar contenders. Find out what Toronto has to offer today!




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