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This vibrant city is situated along the shoreline of Lake Ontario, within an hour of both Niagara Falls and Toronto. Folklore indicates its name is a derivative of Bridlington, a town in Yorkshire, England. Lands awarded to Joseph Brant, a historical figure and great Mohawk Chief, led to the creation of the village of Burlington in 1791, which became incorporated as a city in 1914.
The attraction of industry, commerce, and residential development thrives due to strategic shipping corridors.
Burlington has one of North America's largest botanical gardens known as the Royal Botanical Gardens, encompassing 810 hectares (2,000 acres) of flower displays and a wildlife sanctuary. Bronte Creek Provincial Park and the Bruce Trail offer spectacular landscapes visible along the Niagara Escarpment and waterfront trails.
The Contemporary Canadian Ceramics collection at the Burlington Art Centre provides outstanding displays.
Burlington accommodations are provided by major chain hotels, conference centres, motels and Bed and Breakfasts.
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