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Originally posted by the_marq
If you are into hiking, head to the south end of Banff near the world famous Banff Springs Hotel. There are a number of trails that start and end in that area. Also, be sure to take a walk thru the hotel it's quite site to see.
"Head-Smashed-In-Buffalo-Jump"
Back in the day our native Albertans if you will, would herd buffalo over cliffs to save themselves the messy task of having to kill them manually. The museum is set right into a cliff-side, so from the exterior all you can see is a door way leading undergound...very impressive.
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Banff is a beautiful place. lots of stuff to do in the summer and winter, incredible scenery, and I love the look the locals give you.
head smashed in buffalo jump is my favorite museum as well. Went there when I was 12-13 and it was just amazing. Learned a lot as well as having tons of fun.
Be sure to stop by west edmonton mall though- you can go to the waterpark, shop, ride in the amusement park, etc. it's a full day trip in itself.
Edmonton is (in my opinion) more laid back than calgary. There is a lot of thought towards city beautification and the river valley is very peaceful. Night life is depressing, but the Globe usually has it's share of people.
I hope you guys have fun in alberta!