Regina was established not so long time ago. It was in 1882 when transcontinental railroad was constructed. As soon as Regina population was more than 3,000, Regina was incorporated as a city which was on June 19, 1903. Now Regina is populated with about 200,000 (in 2004) inhabitants.
Vacation in Regina
Planning a vacation in Regina? Then you should visit following: Royal Canadian Mounted Police Centennial Museum, MacKenzie Art Gallery, Saskatchewan Science Centre, Legislative Building, Royal Saskatchewan Museum and many more attractions in Regina and surrounding. We are quite sure you will enjoy it.
City of Regina and Regina Facts:
Before the official name Regina, Regina was called Pile of Bones.
In Latin Regina means Queen.
Reginans often call the city of Regina, "Queen City".
Reginans are people living in Regina.
Regina has a University of Regina.
Regina is about 250 kilometers south of the city of Saskatoon.
Regina is the capital city of province of Saskatchewan.
Most popular daily newspapers are The Leader Post.
Regina was the headquarters of the North West Mounted Police for 28 yrs.
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