Good old SHOTLADSKOE in Nova Scotia Steve Flehiv, publicist planning a trip to Nova Scotia, you must remember that a lot of time will have to spend behind the wheel. But when you pass on the "Cabot Trail", you will realize that the road has been done for a reason. Nova Scotia - a populous province of the coastal region of Canada. On the map, it resembles the letter «i», printed in italic lowercase. Bay of Fundy on the west coast and the Atlantic Ocean on the east coast form the bulk of the letters, but the point is formed due to the nearby island of Cape Breton. In the province can be easily reached by high speed ferries, sail from Portland and Bar Harbor, Maine. This large, modern sverhkomfortabelny liner with a cinema, casino and other technological developments. Stunning coast of Nova Scotia in the rearview mirror, "Kai-li" in Gaelic language (Gael) meant a "visit" and the title of Nova Scotia Nova Skousha "is of Latin origin. For these two, in general, unimportant details hides plenty of opportunity for those curious and thoughtful tourists who traveled the whole way to the island of Cape Breton. Most of the definition of "Nova Scotia" is right for this piece of land. A century ago, Gaelic was the main language for the 60,000 inhabitants of the island. This number, however, decreased by half during each decade since 1920. More than just a visit Stove on the stand - a tribute to the kitchen kay-lee, stretching back many centuries. Although Kai is translated as "visit" is actually much more complicated; culture kai-li existed in Scotland and Nova Scotia, back when nobody knew what the radio and what nightclubs. People gathered together to tell and listen to interesting stories, play musical instruments, dance and enjoy each other's company. The most common of these meetings, often held at the family kitchen or in a circle of friends was much more informative than the simple fun of a party to the accompaniment of a violin. Local dance music is part of the kai-li An elderly man explained to me that at the time of his father all attended these dishes kai-li. Those who remained at home at this time, regarded as a people "not of this world." With them not taken the friendship and trust in anything. Hike on a visit to the neighbors was the most common in small towns. Such gatherings have a long tradition. There might have been telling stories and listening to music. Almost always there was a rule that everyone present in the room was required to participate in this "communicative" process. You could tell a story, dance a dance, sing the melody or to demonstrate something more interesting for everyone, but everyone had to make a contribution to the cause. When the economy opened up new opportunities outside of small local populations, and then came radio, culture-kai is very quickly gone from the lives of ordinary people. Despite the fact that she was an integral and routine part of life in past centuries, the modern equivalent of this cultural tradition rarely goes beyond two simple forms of communication: the session musicians, improvisers and assembly of the anniversaries and holidays. Begin to look at the modern dating kai-li for the first time I was able to interpret at the Center for Celtic music in Yudike. It was Sunday, so many people gathered. The accompaniment is just piano and violin performers filled the room with rich and deep sound. Impression is reinforced by a hidden, but clearly felt the energy of the room. When I arrived, the dancers (the most hairless of those present) had already settled in front of the stage, performing some of the standard motion. Numerous spectators shared their attention between the musicians (who played on the stage, where the scenery was installed antique gas stove) and the dancers, who took place in front of the stage. Complex layout of the hall thoroughly complicated the job as a waitress, but she apparently used to deftly maneuver between narrowly set by the seats and move gracefully in time with the dancing of the action. Glory Family Rankin and phenomenal meatloaf If you walk up toward the Mebu (local say "MBU"), you can visit the pub 'Red boots ", which plays the violin and the piano and the atmosphere in a truly kai-li. And the local original meatloaf just phenomenal. Not surprisingly, the room is always packed to overflowing with tourists. Owners of establishments sister Rankin put much effort into decorating a pub, and spent much time at rehearsals, which was attended by other members of their families. The result is the most reliably reproduced the spirit of party kay-lee, it is impossible not to agree. If someone does not know, "musical" Rankin family has been proud to Cape Breton. They use Celtic motifs and traditional, which is under the influence of folk music, pop music, so it is not surprising that they are well known throughout Canada. Representation in the "red boots" in Mebu Apparently, I made the mistake of appearing here after the commencement of musical shows. Most other visitors are prudent, they come early and stay until closing. Fortunately, I found a convenient place near the bar and I had the opportunity to talk with local residents who had returned to Mebu the summer. Uttering words with a distinct Celtic accent, he told me that on Sundays and Fridays are always a lot of tourists going to kai-li with piano and violin. On Saturdays there is still a greater variety of music (mostly modern), so the composition of visitors varies a little, but come on Thursday by local residents. In July, they have a lot of free time, since in this period ends season lobster. Despite the fact that the owner of the pub have grown in city (Rankin Family - Native Mebu), the entertainment program "red boots" is a lot of folk village rooms. The history of the pub dates back several centuries, initially it was a typical village shop. Its name this place is named after a song written by Dan R. MacDonald, the famous violinist from Cape Breton. Not a single beer, frankly, is the only place for many miles in any direction, which serves beer. The reader might assume that here every day sell-out, not least because of the invasion of local fans of the drink. But no! If you do not come here on Thursday, only the locals here may be only employees of the pub. I asked my new friend, who was born in Mebu, for young children. I was wondering what they are up in that, in general, a poor province in the event. He said: "Nothing special. While, however, is hockey. " A trip on the "Cabot Trail" It would be unreasonable and irrational to visit Cape Breton and do not ride in a car for "Cabot Trail, the famous track laid around the perimeter of the Highlands National Park. This is very reminiscent of the longest highway in the U.S. "Colorado Trail Ridge Road, or the California state route number one, which stretches along the Pacific coast. Sharp turn to the "Cabot Trail" Despite the fact that the yard was June, the weather for my trip around the "Cabot Trail" has stood out clearly inappropriate. I was only able to briefly look at the outlines of the trees in the dark misty veil. This is somewhat angered me, because even "vague" in all senses, hints at the local stunning scenery suggests what kind of beauty here could be seen in clear weather. Moose! If you are planning to visit the habitats of wild elk, you should first look at the calendar and try to avoid the two scenarios. The first - to meet with a great horned bull in the fall, as it was at this time is an annual competition for the right pairing of animals, which triggers their aggressive behavior. The second undesirable scenario for the excessively curious novice biologist would be "happy" to encounter a female with a cub in the spring or early summer, when the maternal instincts, forcing females to protect their kids. A female moose and her calf Fate, in full accordance with the calendar, make me a second scenario. I turned off the paved "Cabot Trail" on one of the hiking trails, and there was a meeting. The road on which I have been at the same time, a female moose and her calf, is called "Skyline", and this is probably one of the best known and trodden tourist roads in the area, "Cabot Trail". What could I do? I stood quietly - very, very slowly - and quietly photographed. Of course, I ventured, but animals are not offended, and quietly left. Educational Policy Statement by Tourism Nova Scotia Gaelic College, explains the intention of the agency to "promote, protect and perpetuate through education to all related areas: culture, music, language, arts, crafts, customs and traditions of immigrants from the Highlands, Scotland. As explained by Director of Gaelic schools Hector McNeil, training and retention Gaelic language is the main goal of this program. Students are sent to the college building, located at St. Anna, not to simply get information about bagpipes, kilts and dancing. Training takes place mainly in a practical way. Young people learn to speak Gaelic, play the bagpipes, violin, Cape Breton, piano, harp and small pipe, perform the traditional shotladskie drawings on handlooms with natural dyes, a local dance dance. Benefit from such studies can not be overestimated. In the Studio As it turned out, the production of a kilt - a very difficult task. Ann Cantwell is working on these charismatic garments indoors Gaelic College. Climb up the stairs from the main office in the administration building to the entrance in a brightly lit shop: here Ann Cantwell and her assistant Christine Cann work, surrounded by a checkered fabric, creating an amazing kilts. "A man in a kilt - a man plus half of the men," said Anne, and, giggling, asked me to try on a kilt. Her proposal was rejected by me, and we continued to discuss the technological features of sewing. Despite the fact that the curriculum of colleges do not really have courses on the production of kilts, the visitors are happy and always make it possible to see what is happening in their workshop. Just take and learn how this business is almost impossible. You must have natural ability, and at least six years to be under the tutelage of an experienced master to bring their skills to perfection. It is not enough to be able to sew the stitches by hand, according to the pattern to handle fabrics. The main difficulty of this production lies in the fact that the wisdom of the checkered pattern make it difficult to work on every job. Some samples of garments have a perfect mirror-symmetrical pattern on the other - a disorderly arrangement of elements. Each cell has its own structural harmony, and some drawings represent the district, family clans, or families. All of the layout of such patterns must be officially registered, otherwise they will simply check fabric. The workshop, which is made kilts In short, the manufacturer of the kilt - it's not just work on wrinkles, treatment of the edges and sharp stitches. Ann explained that she was quite quick glance to know about all the kilt. Her colleague Christine approaching on their qualifications to Ann. Manufacture of kilts is based on a huge amount of knowledge and technology. Watching as the skillful hands of transforming nine meters of straight, rectangular and monotonous material into an elegant and unique finished product, I am immensely delighted. And, finally, mistress persuaded me to try on a kilt. Shotladsky kilt Michael Laceby and his brother, Sean (part-time acting chef), hotel managers Blomidon. This is a wonderful, couched in strict Victorian-style structure. I strongly advise not to miss the first class dinner in an old rebuilt library. Naturally, I had lunch there and tasted the meat caribou. The taste was magical and unforgettable. During lunch, a terrific festive atmosphere reigned, and every dish I tried was fantastic. The wine list was very solid, and personal service was held just perfect. The hotel is situated in a beautiful location, beautiful gardens around the grow is looked after by mother of Mike and Sean. If you're in Volfville, by all means take the time to watch the best in Nova Scotia winery "Domaine de Grand Pre." In fact, a modern industrial and tourist center with vineyards, paved roads, the equipment for wine production, tasting room and gift shop. There is even officially set the standard for wine, which must be carried out in Nova Scotia. Without a doubt, thanks to the "Domaine de Grand Pre," This quality standard was much higher. The crossing on rafts on the tidal wave of majority of entertainment that can indulge in Nova Scotia, are relaxing in nature. Maybe that's why most of the tourists that I saw here, is approaching old age or have reached it. So when I learned that there is a possibility of extreme entertainment, my surprise there was no limit. Wishing porazmyatsya and inject more adrenaline into the vessels offer to carry out on rafts crossing the river on a tidal wave. Twice a day at the river mouth tidal waves coming from the Bay of Fundy, are faced with a lazy current counter flow channel Shubenacadie. Within minutes, sandy islands disappear under a huge amount of tidal water, and all the river begins to overflow. The tide slowly pushes the current flow and the waves are often higher than three meters, surging in the clusters of brown muddy eddies. The crossing on rafts on a tidal wave crossing on rafts on a tidal wave - a unique local entertainment that few places can still be experienced. Covered with a wave of my head, I was ecstatic. I had to throw his shirt, since there are no opportunities to get to the washing machines, and, moreover, there is no chance to get out of the river, not soaked through. How to get a look in the internet timetable ferry Ze Cat "from Portland and Bar Harbor, Maine in the town of Yarmouth. I would highly recommend to stay overnight in Hrabore Bar, before heading to Nova Scotia. This will give you time to sleep well and in time for departure at 8:00 am. In addition, Bar Harbor - quite charming and interesting town. The second option - to stay in the hotel "Blue Nouz. When I spent the night here, the window of my room overlooks the Bay of Frenchmen. If I were to ever repeat the trip, this hotel would have been exactly on my list. To the port, where ferries "Ze Cat, less than a mile away. See also: A good idea is a Scottish tourist agency - to help customers with their genealogical quest
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