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Toronto more than a business destination! |
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Monday, 09 June 2008 |
It is true that for a good part of the twentieth century, the words that most often came to mind to describe the Queen City were "virtuous", "monotonous", "conservative" or, as is often referred so generic, Toronto the Good.
If the daytime face of Toronto reveals his little later "business", the evening its inhabitants the metamorphosis into a city that vibrates to the rhythm of its theatres, bars and restaurants. Over the years, many urban revitalization projects have refreshed the urban landscape. This revitalization of the city began with the construction of new city hall, which gives the Torontonians the first public space with an allure of its own.
More recently, revitalization projects like the Waterfront and its green spaces or the creation of the Distillery District have become the mirror of a city that has business acumen. The gentrification of certain neighborhoods, including through the mass construction of condominiums, as it reflects the new standard of living of some of its inhabitants. The coming years will see the restoration of Union Station, as well as the modification and expansion of some university museums and pavilions.
The characterization of the Canadian metropolis is accentuated by the desire of many ethnic communities living there to create in their city of adoption a reflection of their country of origin, thus creating a myriad of different neighbourhoods in colour, taste and charm . Each of its districts, impregnated a local atmosphere, is the facet of a Toronto teeming diversity.
Harbourfront Centre
The Harbourfront Centre is a good example of the changes that have affected the Toronto Waterfront. Since the federal government has purchased 40 acres of land located on the shores of Lake Ontario, old factories and warehouses, dilapidated Harbourfront were renovated, so that the surroundings are needed today as one of the most fascinating Toronto. In addition to the pretty little cafes and shops, you can even attend one of many entertainment and cultural events which are now the pride of local residents.
Queen's Quay Terminal
A few steps away, at the foot of York Street, advance the Queen's Quay Terminal, where boats offer walks in the bay and around the Toronto Islands. In fact, the Queen's Quay is a former warehouse that was modified to accommodate a theater exclusively devoted to dance and a hundred restaurants and shops.
Distillery District
Frequently used as a backdrop for the film, the former Gooderham & Worts distillery, landlocked by the Gardener Expressway and the new real estate developments St. Lawrence Market, presents itself as an industrial complexes Victorian style best preserved in North America. In 2001, the complex was bought by Cityscape Holdings Inc., Who conceived the ambitious project to establish a happy mix of art galleries, artists studios, theatre and restaurants. The result is a most pleasant place to go for a meal or simply stroll in the pedestrian area that surrounds it.
Queen Street West
Take the time to survey Queen Street West to admire its libraries and its shops and avant-garde. The "Queen Street Village", as the sector often called, is touted by both sides as a "district of trendy shops." Although it has its share of strange and antres underground, in recent years have also seen settle here several cafes and clothing stores quite conventional. The artist and conformist you can now find one another as their happiness. Moreover, when it comes time to eat, you will find both are small restaurants unpretentious as extravagant establishments whose motto could well be "see and be seen" ... |
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