Royal Roads University and Hatley Park National Historic Site (Victoria)

Canada / British Columbia / Victoria
 university, campus, garden, place with historical importance, estate (manor / mansion land)
A former university for the Department of National Defence, much like RMC in Ontario. Sold off in the late 1990s and has become a respected public university.
Check out the campus, its got some amazing gardens!

www.royalroads.ca

The grounds surrounding the University is known as Hatley Park, while the main building is called Hatley Castle. The entire estate has been designated a National Historic Site. The Hatley Park Museum is located in the basement of the Castle.

www.hatleygardens.com
www.hatleycastle.com
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Coordinates:   48°25'49"N   123°28'30"W

Comments

  • An amazing place, with ivy all up the sides it looks like a castle. The gardens are almost as good as Butchart Gardens, but much quieter and more private.
  • Great place to see wild life! I witnessed a Peacock crossing the road 5 feet in front of me! Amazing!
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