Winding through Canada’s capital Ottawa, the Rideau Canal is the oldest continuously operated canal system in North America. First opened in 1832, it was designed as a secure supply route from Montréal to Kingston following the War of 1812. Hailed as one of Canada’s greatest engineering feats of the 19th century, the waterway is now a UNESCO-listed landmark. Each winter, the canal in Ottawa’s downtown is transformed into an icy paradise as its waters freeze over. At over 4.8 miles long (7.8km), it is the longest natural ice skating rink in the world. Discover more beautiful winter scenes here.
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