Annapolis Royal & Around

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Introducing Annapolis Royal & Around

The community’s efforts of village restoration have made this one of the most delightful places to visit in the region. In fact, Annapolis Royal (population 800) is one of the only well-trodden towns of its size in Nova Scotia without a Tim Hortons (a ubiquitous fast-food franchise).

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The site was Canada’s first permanent European settlement, Port Royal, founded by French explorer Samuel de Champlain in 1605. As the British and French battled, the settlement often changed hands. In 1710 the British had a decisive victory and changed the town’s name to Annapolis Royal in honor of Queen Anne.

Last updated: Apr 16, 2009

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  1. gwenmccauley avatar
    Re: Laundromat in Annapolis Royal

    by gwenmccauley 09 May 2012

    You know, I would swear that I've seen a laundromat on the main street in Annapolis Royal. But you're right, nothing shows up in Google…
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    Laundromat in Annapolis Royal

    by eager2travel 09 May 2012

    Does anyone know if there is a laundromat in Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia? I have Googled this and I keep getting that the closest laundrom…
  3. gwenmccauley avatar
    Re: What to see in one week in PEI and Nova Scotia

    by gwenmccauley 07 April 2012

    Hiya - If you are driving an RV you might want to check costs of traveling by ferry vs the fixed link. If you do take the ferry from PEI…

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