The South Riding RV Travels

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04th August 2007 - Truro NS

Truro is the 'log statue' capital of. Nova Scotia. The Bearcats is the nickname for all teams representing Truro. Since ice hockey is the principal sport, this fictional wild animal was adopted by the team because it was thought to "carry more pep!"

The lumberjack (c1900) celebrates the role played by forestry in the Truro area both in the early days and today, and it is still the backbone of the local economy.

This building was erected in 1884 as a fine example of Victorian architecture and housed the Post Office, Customs and Internal Revenue offices.

The town hall is equally impressive and dates from the time when there was a policy of erecting imposing public buildings to enhance the status of the dominion.

The three churches are on the other side of the road but all next to each other. First is the Catholic church, then the Anglican church. The third is St James Presbyterian church for the many Scots in the area.

The selection of houses is very typical of the area. Some of them are quite large, and they are all described as 'historic houses'.

There is also a railway station with a passenger train which passes three times a week. The wall alongside the tracks has been painted with an attractive mural, of which this is just a small part. This is quite common in the towns.

It being Nova Scotia we just had to try the lobster. I must confess that I find it rather over- rated. Perhaps the appeal is in the expense. I think I prefer scallops but this lobster with a linguine pasta was very tasty.