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The Great Northern Peninsula
Come see why they call it "Great!"
We'll give you some hints;
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The most icebergs in North America pass by here; both down the Strait of Belle Isle & following the Labrador current down the eastern side of Newfoundland.
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The largest variety of whales species in North America are seen here, even Orcas.
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The first Europeans (The Vikings) to make a settlement in North America, located in L'Anse aux Meadows.
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You can see many raised sea caves here, because the sea level is falling due to isostatic rebound unlike other parts of Newfoundland.
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The start or end of the International Appalachian Trail in North America, located in Straitsview
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Oldest living organism "The Thrombolites", located in Flower's Cove.
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Home to The French Shore Tapestry-70 meters of history, located in Conche
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& so much more...Come see for yourself... worth the trip.....You won't be disappointed. It's like a pot of gold at end of the rainbow!
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