View of Brigus, Newfoundland and Labrador from across Brigus Harbour
N 47° 32.007 W 053° 12.147
22T E 334234 N 5266798
Picture postcard Brigus sits on the shores of Conception Bay. Settled by Europeans in the early 17th century, Brigus is one of North America's most historic places.
Waymark Code: WMKAZR
Location: Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Date Posted: 03/12/2014
Views: 6
Picture postcard Brigus sits on the shores of Conception Bay. Settled by Europeans in the early 17th century, Brigus is one of North America's most historic places.
Being connected to the sea, much of its history is of maritime interest:
* At one time it was a major sealing port. In 1847, Brigus sent 66 vessels to the seal hunt and over half were captained by natives of Brigus.
* It's the birthplace of Captain Robert A. Bartlett, the master mariner of arctic fame has immortalized the town in the annals of history. A monument at Bishop's Beach is a major tourist attraction, while Hawthorne Cottage (Bartlett's home in Brigus) has been declared a National Historic site.
Every summer Brigus comes alive with the hugely popular Blueberry Festival. Over 12,000 visitors from all over the world come to enjoy three days of music, traditional food, dancing, fireworks, and, of course, blueberries.
City Name: Brigus
View Type: Over Water
Location Type: Other
City Lights: yes
Distance: 0.5 km
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Fee: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
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