Surrey, Canada

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Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
The city of Surrey, which is the second largest city by population and the third largest city by area in British Columbia. According to U.S. census 2016, the population of the city is 517,887 and the population is increasing as people from different parts of the world are willing to move to one of the most culturally diverse cities in Canada.
History
Centuries ago, Surrey was initially a residence of the Abolish Coast Salish people before it was incorporated as a municipality in 1879. The Salish people hunted, fished and farmed alongside the banks of river Fraser. During the 19th century, Fraser Gold Rush, European settlements dominated the region and the first hotel was built at Brownsville in 1861.
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The first symbol of the city was a beaver sitting on the heading Surrey, British Columbia. In 1993, the city incorporated a new symbol using a coat of arms, which depicted sands of trees and building.
The first city hall was built in the year 1881 and the first school came into existence in 1882. The Pattullo Bridge was erected in 1937, which formed as the base for the expansion of the city. In the late 1980s and 1990s, Surrey witnessed tremendous growth because people from different parts of Canada and the world started making their way and preferred to live in …show more content…

The strategic Pacific Rim location provides the city with numerous opportunities of international trade with Asia and the United States. The city is an emerging tech center and is slowly attracting a number of startups and investors. The healthcare sector is the major contributor to the economic development of the city and is a home to more than 900 health related businesses.
Tourist Attractions
The Peach Arch
The Peach Arch is located on the border of U.S and Canada. The Peach Arch Park is a unique to British Columbia because of its mind-blowing architecture and beautiful lawns. In 1921, it was the first structure of its kind and it was built between the borders of Canada and U.S to mark the peace and love between these two countries. The park is a place for all kinds of outdoor activities and provides a walking and a picnicking place to the visitors.
Bear Creek Park Train
Eddy the engine and Friend enterprises limited was started in 1996. The park offers both adventure and fun for the whole family. A miniature steam engine and train takes the travelers through a completely mesmerizing and magical forest. It’s a must see for tourists of all ages. The train continues to be one of the main attraction for guests from all over the

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