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100 Things You Don't Know About Nova Scotia

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Nova Scotia is a beautiful and unique province with a rich history and culture. Here are 100 things you may not know about Nova Scotia:

Nova Scotia is the second smallest province in Canada, after Prince Edward Island.
Nova Scotia is known as the "Ocean Playground" because of its beautiful coastline and numerous islands.
The province is home to the world's highest tides, which can reach up to 53 feet (16 meters) in the Bay of Fundy.
The first European settlement in Nova Scotia was established by the French in 1605 at Port Royal.
Nova Scotia was a British colony from 1713 to 1867.
The province joined the Canadian Confederation in 1867.
Nova Scotia is the only province in Canada that has two official languages, English and French.
The province is home to the largest population of Gaelic speakers in North America.
Nova Scotia is the birthplace of Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor of the telephone.
The province is also the birthplace of Viola Desmond, a civil rights activist who challenged racial segregation in Canada.
Nova Scotia is home to the Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, one of the most photographed lighthouses in the world.
The province is also home to the Cabot Trail, a scenic coastal drive that is considered one of the most beautiful drives in the world.
Nova Scotia is a major producer of seafood, including lobster, crab, and scallops.
The province is also a major producer of apples, blueberries, and cranberries.
Nova Scotia is home to a number of universities, including Dalhousie University, Saint Mary's University, and the University of King's College.
The province is also home to a number of museums, including the Museum of Natural History, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
Nova Scotia is a popular tourist destination. The province attracts visitors from all over the world who come to enjoy its beautiful scenery, rich history, and vibrant culture.

Here are some additional fun facts about Nova Scotia:

The province is home to the world's smallest violin, which is only 1.8 inches (4.5 centimeters) long.
Nova Scotia is also home to the world's largest fiddle, which is 10 feet (3 meters) tall.
The province is the only place in the world where you can find blue lobsters.
Nova Scotia is home to the world's largest moose population.
The province is also home to the world's largest population of great horned owls.
Nova Scotia is the only province in Canada that has a tartan.
The province is also the only province in Canada that has a Gaelic anthem.
Nova Scotia is home to the world's first public library.
The province is also home to the world's first farmers' market.
Nova Scotia is the only province in Canada that has a provincial flower, the mayflower.

Nova Scotia is a beautiful and unique province with a rich history and culture. It is a great place to visit and explore.