Banff National Park
Banff National Park is Canada’s oldest national park, established in 1885, in the Canadian Rockies. The park, located 110-180 kilometres (70-110 mi) west of Calgary in the province of Alberta, encompasses 6,641 square kilometers (2,564 sq mi) of mountainous terrain, with numerous glaciers and ice fields, dense coniferous forest, and alpine landscapes.
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About the Photographer: John E. Marriott is a professional wildlife and nature photographer who has lived in Banff and the Canadian Rockies since 1991. He is considered to be one of Canada’s finest nature photographers and is the author/photographer of the Canadian bestseller, Banff & Lake Louise: Images of Banff National Park.
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