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Victoria
Provincial Parliament Buildings, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
The downtown core of Victoria, British Columbia, is ringed by several distinct neighbourhoods:
- James Bay: Located to the south of downtown, this area encompasses part of the Inner Harbour and includes historic dwellings and Beacon Hill Park.1
- Rockland: Situated northeast of James Bay and east of the downtown core, this neighbourhood is known for its prestigious buildings, gardens, and curving streets.1
- Victoria West (Vic West): Located west of the downtown core across the Inner Harbour, this historic, formerly working-class residential neighbourhood is connected to the city centre by the Johnson Street Bridge.1
- Burnside: Situated north of Vic West, this large region has a history of industrial activity, including shipbuilding and factories, alongside a significant residential component.1