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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
A star-shaped hilltop fortress overlooking Halifax harbour, with costumed soldiers, cannon firings, and panoramic views of the city and waterfront.
12 km · about 20 min drive
Nova Scotia, Canada · North America
Cow Bay is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Willowdale, 12km from Halifax Citadel National Historic Site.
Cow Bay is a town located in Nova Scotia, Canada. With a population of 1,619, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, Cow Bay sits in Canada, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Halifax time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Cow Bay to your route.
Cow Bay is an unincorporated rural community within Halifax Regional Municipality Nova Scotia on the Eastern Shore on Route 322 along the Marine Drive scenic route.
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Cow Bay is located in Nova Scotia, Canada, North America. The coordinates are 44.6314 latitude, -63.4322 longitude.
Cow Bay has a population of approximately 1,619 people, making it a town in Canada.
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A star-shaped hilltop fortress overlooking Halifax harbour, with costumed soldiers, cannon firings, and panoramic views of the city and waterfront.
12 km · about 20 min drive
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An iconic Nova Scotia fishing village with its famous red-and-white lighthouse perched on massive granite boulders pounded by Atlantic waves.
42 km · about 50 min drive
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