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Have you ever heard of an Edmontonian? Residents of Edmonton are such folks. It is is the northernmost city, of over a metropolitan population of 1 million, in all of North America. You will find yourself at the same latitude in the world as Hamburg Germany, Dublin Ireland, and Manchester in the UK.
Edmonton is on the North Saskatchewan River and has long been referred to as the "Gateway to the North" and more recently as "The Festival City". The city hosts various festivals every month of the year; so there is always a sense of something new happening. Edmonton is a seat of government, an educational mecca, and a diverse cultural mixing pot.
Within the city limits Edmonton has a population of about 825,000; which makes it Alberta's second largest city, and Canada's fifth largest municipality. Strathcoma, North Edmonton, West Edmonton (Calder), Jasper Place, and Beverly are the major distinct regions of the city.
Like shopping or simply like to do a lot of indoor walking? You will find North America's largest mall, West Edmonton Mall; which used to be the world's largest mall through the 80's and 90s. Also, Canada's largest living history museum, Fort Edmonton Park will is a must-see for every patriotic Canadian.
The weather is mostly dry helping the landscape average 2,299 hours of bright sunshine per year; making it one of Canada's sunniest, and likewise happiest cites. There is just too many nice things to say about Edmonton inside this very short summary.