Nova Scotia (NS)

Abbreviation	NS
Time Zone	Atlantic Time (AT)
Area	55,284 square kilometers
Location	On the east coast, with a mix of coastline and forests.
Topography	Coastal landscapes, including the scenic Cabot Trail..
Capital	Halifax
Population	About 980,000 (2021)
Known For	Historic sites, lobster fishing, cultural events.
Business Strength	Fishing, tourism, and manufacturing.
Economy	Diverse, with strengths in fisheries, tourism, and technology.
Main Cities	Halifax.
Median Household Income	Approximately $71,111 (2019)

The Bay of Fundy, known for its extreme tides, touches the northern part of Nova Scotia.
Peggy’s Cove is famous for its picturesque lighthouse and rocky shoreline.
The Cabot Trail in Cape Breton offers breathtaking views and is considered one of the world’s most scenic drives.
Nova Scotia is home to the world’s highest recorded tides in the Bay of Fundy.
The Bluenose, a famous Canadian schooner, hails from Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.

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