Further inland, numerous caribou can be seen, whilst along the coast and at the floe edge, seals, belugas and many polar bears can be found. To See: Located on the shores of a large lake and close to the Thelon Wildlife Sanctuary, Baker Lake is the perfect spot to enjoy ecotourism!
This sanctuary is the largest of its kind in North America, encompassing 52, km2 of protected land, populated with musk ox, caribou, geese and grizzly bears. To Discover: The Jessie Oonark Arts and Crafts Centre is an art studio and shop selling local products, sculptures, engravings, clothing and jewellery.
The Inuit Heritage Centre makes audio recordings of oral history and legends, thus preserving and teaching the traditional Inuit culture and way of life. To Do: Outdoor enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice at Baker Lake: hiking, camping, canoeing, hunting fishing, dogsledding and snowmobiling are all available. For those who enjoy catching fish, a fishing competition is held each year in May.
Festivals that include games and traditional feasts take place at the beginning of May and at Christmas. Canoeists and kayakers wishing to explore the Thelon and Kazan rivers particularly appreciate the nearby Inuujaarvik Territorial Park with its camping facilities. To See: This region of Nunavut has been inhabited for 4, years. It boasts a rich history and is teeming with fish, seals, geese, musk ox and caribou. To Discover: Beautiful Inuit artworks made from marble, soapstone, serpentine, ivory, antler, bronze, brass, silver and turquoise gemstone can be purchased at a variety of locations in Cambridge Bay.
Some local artists such as Inuk Charlie have sold artwork worldwide. To Do: Known for both the abundance and the size of fish in its waters such as arctic char , the area attracts amateur fishing enthusiasts.
Birders will be entranced by a visit to the Queen Maud Gulf Migratory Bird Sanctuary, the largest protected federal bird sanctuary in Canada. Visiting the ancient archaeological sites previously inhabited by the Pre-Dorset, Dorset and Thule people is a truly inspiring experience.
To see: With its arctic breathtaking landscapes, Dorset Island and neighbouring Mallikjuat Island, are unique places for observing and photographing migratory species such as caribou, seabirds, seals and walrus. At times, bowhead whales and polar bears can also be seen. To discover: Considered the capital of Inuit art, Cape Dorset is renowned throughout the world for the quality of its artwork.
Engraving, drawing and sculpture constitute the most important sources of revenue for the region. Make your way to the West Baffin Eskimo Co-operative and to Kinngail Studios to admire some exceptional works of art and meet artists. To do: If you visit the region, a walk in Mllikjuag Park is a must-see.
Located a 45 minute walk away from Cape Dorset, this park offers a series of archaeological sites from the time of the Dorset people with stone structures that are some years old. Visitors to the park enjoy hiking in the neighbouring hills, discovering isolated falls and lakes with crystal clear water. There are also ice floes to admire floating sea ice slowly drifting. To See: Ten spectacular fiords can be found within a kilometre radius of this village, including the Sam Ford Fiord, recognised worldwide for its vertiginous cliffs frequented by climbers.
The landscape of the region is so extraordinary and unique that the region may soon acquire the status of a territorial park. To Discover: The artists of Kangiqtugaapik are renowned for the quality of their sculptures carved from whalebone and from a distinctive green stone found north of Clyde River.
The Piqqusilirivvik Inuit Cultural School is known for its teachings about traditional Inuit culture. To Do: The mountains, icebergs and glaciers in the area around Clyde River attract climbing enthusiasts. Other popular recreational activities include exploring the region by snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle; dogsledding or boating expeditions are also possible depending on the season.
To See: Home to a very vibrant artistic community, this lovely little island, which has been inhabited for more than 4, years, is an ideal destination to experience arctic life: dogsledding excursions, whale watching, icebergs and the Northern Lights all await.
Igloolik is also home to Artcirq, the only Inuit circus troupe in the world, and each summer in June, the hamlet hosts the Rockin' Walrus Arts Festival, a festival of music, dance, acrobatics and cultural performances. To Do: Here you will find a number of fascinating archaeological sites. In the springtime, activities such as dogsledding and snowmobiling excursions, igloo camping or iceberg climbing are all possible. At the beginning of April, visitors can join community feasts and traditional Inuit games to commemorate the anniversary of the founding of Igloolik.
Local guides will be happy to escort you and help you discover everything that makes this area so special. To See : Iqaluit is situated on pleasant rolling hills graced by rocky outcrops and lush valleys. The tides of Frobisher Bay ebb and flow twice daily, rising 8 to 12 metres. It consists of several large islands including its two largest, Ellesmere Island and Baffin Island. Nunavut is mostly treeless, barren, and frozen tundra covered with rocky and icy ground.
The Canadian Shield region is poorly drained with lakes, swamps, and a dense river system. At 8, feet 2, meters in height, Barbeau Peak is the highest peak in Nunavut. Your email address will not be published. Skip to content. A Nunavut map that displays its populated places, islands, mountain peaks, lakes, and rivers.
Also, it includes satellite imagery and an elevation map of Nunavut to display the topography and the Arctic mainland and archipelago. World Atlas Visit our world atlas and explore all the continents and countries of the world. Get a blueprint of the world with political, satellite, and topographic maps. The Queen Elizabeth archipelago comprises 30 large islands and more than 2, small islands.
Vast areas of the island are covered by snow and ice throughout the year. The northern coastline of Baffin Island is highly indented and the land slopes in the southern and western parts to form plateaus and lowlands.
Several freshwater lakes and rivers are found on Baffin Island. Situated on the Ellesmere Island in the Quttinirpaaq National Park is Barbeau Peak, which rises to an elevation of 2,m and is the highest point in the Nunavut territory. The Canadian Shield occupies a major part of the territory and is composed of an ancient granite base that is covered by a thin layer of poorly drained soil.
This flat landscape is covered by numerous lakes and rivers. The Hudson Bay marks the lowest point of the Nunavut territory. Nunavut is a Canadian territory that is administratively divided into 3 regions. In , the Government of Nunavut created a total of 25 municipalities 24 hamlets and 1 city. With a total area of 2,, sq.
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