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Burlington at a Glance
Originating on the land awarded in 1798 to the legendary Mohawk Chief Joseph
Brant for service to the British Crown during the American Revolutionary War,
Burlington is situated 60 km west of Toronto on the Niagara Escarpment. The
community is largely considered a suburb of Toronto, but does have many
worthwhile attractions of its own. The shores of Lake Ontario provide a lovely
backdrop for the 24 km stretch of the Waterfront/Trans Canada Trail that runs
along Burlington, well frequented by recreational enthusiasts and sunset
seekers. Acres of nature areas brimming with seasonal colours are in the locale,
including the large Royal Botanical Gardens. The Burlington Art Centre houses an
outstanding contemporary Canadian ceramics collection, and hosts exhibits of
sculpture, photography, paintings and fine crafts. Step into the past at the
Joseph Brant home, a replica of his original 1800s home or at Ireland House, the
original property containing artifacts from the 1850s up to the 1920s. |
