CHLOE Magazine Spring 2015 Volume 5 Issue 3 | Page 187

FAIRMONT CHÂTEAU LAURIER, OTTAWA You could say it’s the best of both worlds in Ottawa – no matter what those two worlds may be. Whether you’re a fan of history or modern trends, urban life or outdoor adventure, big-name sites or tiny finds, Ottawa holds serious appeal. As Canada’s capital city, Ottawa is not only home to Parliament, but also to countless museums, art galleries, markets, festivals and more. And if you want to stay in the centre of it all, the Fairmont Château Laurier beckons. Located at the foot of the Rideau Canal and next door to the beautiful Parliament buildings, the Château is not only in a prime location for exploring the city, but it’s also a living piece of Ottawa’s history. Built at the turn of the 20th century, the hotel was seen as a magnificent project of granite, Itali