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Medicine Hat | Alberta
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Region:
Southeast Alberta
Known For:
- Medalta in the Historic Clay District
- Saamis Tepee
- Echo Dale Regional Park
- Gas City heritage
- Sunshine capital
- River valley parks
Best For:
- Culture
- Scenic Views
- Family Activities
- Road Trips
Saamis Tepee
Selfie Spot
- Address: 32 Eagle Birth Rd SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4W1
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It is the world’s tallest tepee. Originally constructed for the Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics, it is a tribute to the native heritage of Canada. The main masts of the Tepee measure 215 feet (equivalent to a 20 story building!) and the diameter of the Tepee is 160 feet.
Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade
Kids & Family Selfie Spot
- Address: 21 Avenue Southeast, Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
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A Tradition Since 1887 – A Legacy for the Future. The annual 4-day exhibition and rodeo held each July attracts over 40,000 visitors from all over Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Red Rock Coulee
Selfie Spot
- Address: Orion, AB T0K 1S0
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This area contains large red spherical sandstone concretions that have eroded out of the softer bedrock.
St Patrick’s Church
Selfie Spot
- Address: 238 2nd Ave NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 6A1
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Medicine Hat’s most prominent landmark is St. Patrick’s Church constructed in 1912-14. The church with its 170-foot gothic tower is said to be one of the finest examples of Gothic Revival architecture in all of North America.
The Gas City
History
- Address: 580 First Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E6
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Given its past riches of natural gas deposits, Medicine Hat has a nickname “The Gas City”. It is the only municipality in the province to own, drill and produce natural gas from its own reserves.
Medalta Potteries
Shop
- Address: 713 Medalta Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3K9
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Historic Clay District Medalta is an innovative, industrial museum, contemporary ceramic arts facility, art gallery and community hub in Medicine Hat.
Windmill Garden Centre
Selfie Spot
- Address: 920 1 St SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Z8
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Winner of "Best Garden Centre" 6 years in a row! An indoor garden centre and a tropical butterfly house open all year round.
Echodale Regional Park
Outdoor
- Address: 1001 Echodale Rd, Bow Island, AB T0K 0G0
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It is an oasis for people and wildlife and has more than 110,000 visitors each year. The pristine condition of Echo Dale Regional Park is a favorite.