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Truro
Several major highways converge here, along with a VIA Rail line, so it's no wonder
Truro is known as the hub of Nova Scotia. While the town does look somewhat like an
aging shopping mall, it's exceptionally well serviced and can make a good stop to pick
up that nagging item you need or just stock up on food.
Sights
Victoria Park PARK
(Park St, off Brunswick St) Escape Truro's busy streets at Victoria Park, 400 hectares of
green space in the very center of town, including a deep gorge and two waterfalls. The
park attracts dozens of bird species.
Festivals & Events
Millbrook Annual Powwow CULTURE
( 902-897-9199; www.millbrookfirstnation.net ; 2nd weekend Aug) The best time to visit
Truro is when Millbrook First Nation hosts its annual powwow. Campsites and showers
are available; drugs and alcohol are prohibited.
Sleeping & Eating
Baker's Chest B&B B&B $$$
( 902-893-4824, 877-822-5655; www.bakerschest.ca ; 53 Farnham Rd; r/ste $100/120; )
This newly restored classic older home has contemporary decor, a fitness room, a pool
and a hot tub. The famous tearoom is open from noon to 2pm on weekdays and is an ad-
orable stop for soups, snacks and, of course, a nice cup of tea.
Wooden Hog CANADIAN $$$
( 902-895-0779; 627 Prince St; lunch mains $8, dinner mains $11-17; 9am-4pm Mon, to 9pm
Tue-Fri, 11am-9pm Sat) Named for the huge, sculpted Harley that hangs off the back wall,
this popular restaurant cooks up local and Mexican specialties, plus decadent desserts.