Truro
Known as the “Hub of Nova Scotia” and famous for its location for viewing the famous Tidal Bore. Truro is the “Tree Sculpture Capital of Nova Scotia” succeeding in an effort to save the beautiful elm trees which have adorned it’s streets for more than 100 years. See more than 38 tree sculptures.
The Glooscap Heritage Centre and 40 ft. statue of Glooscap command attention just off Hwy. 102 at Exit 13A. The Centre includes artifacts, exhibits, and a multimedia presentation offering insight into the native Mi’kmaq heritage and culture. Also home to a gift shop and visitor information centre.
Minimum Time Required: 40 minutes
Also in Truro are sections of The Berlin Wall, dismantled at the time of the Prince of Wale’s visit to
Berlin-Treptow. These sections were presented to the Town for display in the hopes that they will encourage the continuing advancement towards world peace.
The Dutch Mason Blues Festival, a three day annual event in mid-August, pays tribute to the father of Canadian blues. The festival weekend features outdoor concerts with International and National Blues Artists, a Custom Motorcycle Show, BBQ Competitions, Artists Fan Fair, Vendor Concessions and Flea Market.
In the neighbouring community of Bible Hill tour the NSAC Rock Garden designed by Dr. Bernard Jackson. As one of the largest of its kind in Atlantic Canada, the garden contains 450 tons of local red granite and when completed, will cover more than 1/2 an acre. It features cactus bed, dry-stream bed, cliff face, natural rock steps, two cedar bridges, a collection of dwarf conifers, and alpine and saxatile plants.
Minimum Time Required: 20 minutes
