Lake Louise, Banff National Park

In 1882, guided by a Stoney Indian, Tom Wilson became the first white man to discover what native Indians called "Lake of Little Fishes". He named his discovery Emerald Lake, but it was later changed by the Geographic Board to Lake Louise in honour of Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, fourth daughter of Queen Victoria.

Lake Louise, with its blue-green water set against the stark backdrop of Victoria Glacier, is probably the most beloved and most photographed scene in the Canadian Rockies.

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 In 1883, the transcontinental railway reached the formidable Rocky Mountains and three railway workers chanced upon simmering hot springs. The area was protected by the government and two years later became Canada's first national park, Rocky Mountain Park. At 1384 m (4540 ft) above sea level, Banff is "Canada's Highest Town".

It;s just like being at home!