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The Rocky
Mountains
A chain of high mountains reaching elevations
of between 3,000m and 4,000m and consist-
ing of ancient crystalline rock that has been
thrust upwards and then later carved out and
eroded by glaciers, the Canadian Rockies
run along the border between Alberta and
British Columbia. Along with the Columbia
Mountains and the Coast Mountains, which
span almost all of British Columbia from north
to south, the Rockies are Western Canada's
largest mountain range.
Stretching over more than 170,000km
2
, this
vast region is known the world over for its
natural beauty and welcomes millions of vis-
itors each year. Exceptional mountain scenery,
wild rivers perfect for white-water rafting, still
lakes whose waters vary from emerald green
to turquoise blue, parks abounding in all sorts
of wildlife, world-renowned ski centres and
quality resort hotels all come together to
make for an unforgettable vacation.
“If we can't export the scenery, we'll im-
port the tourists!” This statement by William
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