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Alberta is known for its seemingly endless prairies, soaring Rocky Mountain peaks, and some of the biggest, longest-running festivals PHOTO CREDIT: TRAVEL ALBERTA in the country! Nestled deep in the Rockies, the stunning Jasper National Park and town of Jasper is where you will find a four-season playground with everything from skiing and snowshoeing to mountain biking and whitewater rafting. Summer is the ideal time to enjoy wonders like the Maligne Canyon, soak in Miette Hot Springs and cruise through the tranquil beauty of Spirit Island. Superb dining and multi-award-winning golf courses also await your visit. The province’s capital city, Edmonton, hosts more than 35 festivals every year from the International Fringe Theatre Festival to the Edmonton Folk Music Festival. Big-name concerts, from rock to opera, can be found here year-round