Toronto on footBy

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clock inside on the main floor of Union StationThe main train station of Toronto. The station opened its doors on 1927, it is owned by the city of Toronto but it is operated by GoTransit. The station was declared a Historic Site of Canada in 1975 and a Heritage Railway Satation on 1989. The Clock located in the “Great Hall”, where all the information and ticket services are located.

Source:http://www1.toronto.ca/wps/portal/contentonly?vgnextoid=5e05962c8c3f0410VgnVCM10000071d60f89RCRD

stadium with the sculptures of comic-rendered fans hanging over the wall.Formerly known as Skydome, the Rogers Centre opened on June 3 of 1989. Home of the Toronto Blue Jays. The Stadium has held more then 2000 events and 60 million people throughout its history. Its versatile design makes it ideal for all sorts of events.

“Rogers Centre has achieved the highest honours in the stadium entertainment industry and is a leader in corporate environmental responsibility.” (http://www.rogerscentre.com/about/history.jsp)

Source: http://www.rogerscentre.com/about/history.jsp

Princess of Wales TheatreOpened in 1907 the Princess of Wales theatre became the first privately owned and financed of Canada.

The interior walls are painted with murals of the contemporary artist Frank Stella. This murals have toured around the world in several museums and galleries and now rest as a permanent exhibition in the theatre.

Source:http://www.mirvish.com/theatres/princessofwalestheatre

The Roy Thomson HallOpened in the fall of 1982 the Roy Thompson Hall is the work of architect Arthur Erickson; since it opened thousands of shows such as orchestras, artists and many others.

Source:http://masseyhall.com/rent_rth/?_ga=1.206154195.150101767.1443049566

Nathan Phillips SquareInaugurated in1965, and named after Toronto’s mayor, the square serves as a gathering space and leading tourist attraction. Every year approximately 1.5 million people visit the square every year. It is considered a national and provincial landmark.

Source:http://www1.toronto.ca/wps/portal/contentonly?vgnextoid=5ecd962c8c3f0410VgnVCM10000071d60f89RCRD

Old City Hall“In the heart of Toronto’s financial district, each day thousands of people pass the Old City Hall. The reverberating sound of the bells in its clock tower has rung out across the downtown for over a century.”

Sadly access to the city hall is now closed, but we can still enjoy the façade.

Source: http://tayloronhistory.com/2012/04/22/enjoying-torontos-architectural-gems-old-city-hall/

The pastureA work by Joe Farrad located in the Toronto Dominion Centre.

A series of Farm animal sculptures in between the economical center of Toronto.

Source:http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/joseph-fafard/

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King Edward HotelBuilt in 1903 by George Gooderham, a real-state developer invested 6 million dollars on this opulent hotel that aimed to serve the newly opened city hall.

Source:http://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/toronto-king-edward/property-details/history

muralThis building is called the Flatiron Building. It was constructed in 1891 by an architect named David Roberts who was hired by the Goodenham family.

The Goodenham family wanted to construct a elegant atmosphere; which they did because in 1975 they received the National Historic Site Designation.

Source:http://www.aviewoncities.com/toronto/flatiron.htm

arched glass ceiling Brookfeild Place is a sight to see. It is magnificent archaeological struce.

It is also home to the world's top legal and financial firms.

Source:http://www.brookfieldplacenewsandevents.com/building-bookings/

Hudson bayThe oldest trader in Canada, starting in the colonial times as a fur trader.

Hudson's Bay is a chain of 90 department stores that operate across parts of Canada. It is the main brand of Hudson's Bay Company, North America's oldest company. It has its headquarters in the Simpson Tower in Toronto.

Founded: May 2, 1670

Number of locations: 90

Parent organization: Hudson's Bay Company

Source:

https://www2.hbc.com/hbc/history/

Answers• 1. What is the name of the hotel, directly opposite Union Station? Fairmont Royal York

• 2. What is the name of the hotel at the corner of Front and Simcoe streets? Intercontinental Toronto centre

• 3. What is the name of the convention and trade show facility adjacent to the hotel above? Metro Toronto convention centre

• 4. What is the name of this sports and entertainment centre? Rogers centre

• 5. What popular singer will be in concert at this venue on 05 & 06 October 2015? Madona

• 6. What is the name of the hotel located “within” this structure? Renaissance Toronto Downtown

• 7. What is the name of the hotel that is located at the intersection of Wellington and Blue Jay’s Way? Sotto metropolitan hotel

• 8. What is located at 99 Blue Jay’s Way? Wayne Gretzky’s

• 9. What is this “district” of Toronto called? Entertainment district

• 10. What hotel is located at 370 King Street West? Hyatt Regency Toronto

• 11. What production can be seen at the Princess of Wales Theatre from 22 September – 25 October 2015? Motown the musical

• 12. Which star’s name appear on Canada’s Walk of Fame, directly in front of the Royal Alex Theatre’s main doors? Edwin Mirvish

• 13. Who is performing at Roy Thomson Hall on 24 September 2015? Itzhak Perlman

Answers• 14. What is the name of the hotel located on the corner of University Avenue and Richmond Street? Hilton Toronto

• 15. What are the names of the two performing arts companies now housed at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts facility, located on the corner of Queen Street and University Avenue? Canadian opera company & The national ballet of Canada

• 16. What is the name of the “square” in front of City Hall? Nathan Phillips Square

• 17. What is the name of the hotel directly opposite the square? Sheraton centre Toronto hotel

• 18. Walk east on Queen St. to Bay St. On the North East corner of Queen and Bay, you will find an historic building. What is the inscription on the monument in front of the building? “To our glorious death”

• 19. What is unique about the PATH? It is a weather proof path that has shops, restaurants and other amenities; and allows people to enjoy the comfort of downtown all year long.

• 20. Which four banks are represented? BMO, TD Canada Trust, The Bank of Nova Scotia and The Royal Bank of Canada

• 21. What is the name of the restaurant / entertainment facility across the street from the King Edward Hotel, on Leader Lane? Tom Jones Steak House

• 22 . What is the significant of this mural and what do you notice about it? Shows the original look of the building

• 23. What singer is performing at this facility 21-22 September 2015? Josh Groban

• 24. What is the entertainment complex located here? Hockey Hall of Fame

• 25. What company/business occupied this building prior to this entertainment complex? Brookfield Management Office