Regina is not exactly the travel hotspot of Canada. In fact, most Canadians would likely tell you that going to the Regina would be at the bottom of their bucket list. I think that characterization is unfair because Regina is a city with heart and with a charm that appealed to me.
I had the opportunity to visit Regina several times in the past decade when traveled from my home in the west to visit my ailing father in Winnipeg. My father has since passed on and I’m happy that I made those trips to be with him. And I’m pleased that on some of those travels I took the opportunity to spend some time in Regina.
Regina is the provincial capital of Saskatchewan, one of the prairie provinces. The province is known for its flatness, agriculture, potash mines, and oil reserves. Regina is the province’s largest city and is a nice place in which to live and in which to raise a family. It’s not flashy, but comfortable. I’ve previously shared posts on visits to the Saskatchewan Legislative Building and the Royal Saskatchewan Museum. Today I’d like to share with you some of my ramblings around the city’s downtown.
(Victoria Park)
The heart of downtown Regina is Victoria Park, which covers a full city block. There’s always someone there in the summer, walking a dog, chasing a ball or relaxing on a bench. In the center of the park you’ll find this memorial to fallen soldiers…..
Near Victoria Park is City Hall. On its lawn you’ll find an interesting variety of international art.
(City Hall art)
Many of the buildings in downtown were built in the first half of the 20th century; even among these you’ll find art….
(St. Paul’s Cathedral)
I liked this elephant sculpture outside of the public library….
To the north of Victoria Park is a Bank of Canada building….
Just a block north of the Bank is this 3-dimensional metal buffalo sculpture….
A few more scenes from downtown….
I end this post with a few works of street art…
If your travels take on a journey across Canada, take a day to explore Regina. I think you’ll enjoy the experience.
