Peterborough, Ontario

From vivid fall colors to endless summer activities on the Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough is the place for outdoor exploration.

Over 134 lakes dot the landscape surrounding this cottage haven, making Peterborough a non-stop playground. The Trent-Severn Waterway, which runs all the way from Georgian Bay to Lake Ontario passes though the city. In terms of events, Peteborough has plenty of action, including the Festival of Lights, a series of summer concerts at Del Crary Park put on by some of the country's top artists. The lights come on at the end of the performance when a fireworks display and illuminated boat show begin. Peterborough also has great theater – the Arbour Theatre, the Showplace Performance Centre, and the Peterborough Theatre Guild consistently put on high-quality professional and amateur performances.

Peterborough also has a great nightlife, spurred on by the presence of a large student population at nearby Trent University. Most students come from out-of-town to study here, giving the city a dynamic feel. If cafés, bars, and concerts aren't your thing, take a trip out of the city to enjoy the Kawartha's charming rural lifestyle. You'll enjoy lush farmers' markets, the sweet delights of local maple sugar bushes, and enchanting local stores. For more action, try the rich variety of water sports in the summer and winter activities such as hockey on the Trent Canal and snowmobiling through wilderness trails during the colder months.

With so many amenities, it's no wonder that Explore magazine recently named Peterborough one of the nation's "best places to live and play." It's only an hour and a half from Toronto and housing is affordable and of good quality. A place of endless beauty, life just doesn't get much better than in Peterborough.

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