Twillingate
Iceberg Capital of the World: A small island in the North Atlantic, Twillingate is one of the most picturesque outports in all of Newfoundland and Labrador. Located on the edge of what is known as iceberg alley, Twillingte is affectionately known as the iceberg capital of the world. Many of these 10,000 year old giants float quietly by each year and people travel great distances just to chance a glance.
To See and Do
Icebergs, Whales, Bout Tours and Museums: There is much to experience in this tidy little town - several museums and the boat tours that are everyone's favourites; see whales and icebergs up close and catch a view of this magical island from the water has caused many to stay. The annual Fish Fun and Folk Festival is 20 - 26 July 09 and adventurer Bob Bartlett's schooner, the Bowdoin, arrives at 7 pm. on July 23 09.
History
Opera Diva, Beothuks and Fishing Merchants: Twillingate, while blessed in natural beauty has a rich history. Discover the famous opera singer; Georgina Stirling, nicknamed "The Nightingale of the North", relics of the Beothuk Indians that can be seen at the Twillingate Museum as well as the legacies of the wealthy fishing merchants. There are tales of stolen money from the copper mine and a doctor to whom people travelled from far and wide to be treated.>>
Today
Scenic and Safe: Twillingate is also the home to the annual "Fish, Fun and Folk Festival" boasting parades, bonfires, fireworks, concerts, and so much more. It has retained much of his original charm and still quietly lies in the North Atlantic keeping watch over the icebergs and whales that come and go each year with the seasons.
