The Rocky Mountains, or the Rockies, is one of the major mountain ranges in North America, stretching from New Mexico all the way up to Northern British Columbia. The mountains were sculpted millions of years ago by water and glaciers, forming graceful valleys and chiseled peaks. Up to this day, the Rockies continues to transform into its finest form. After years of exploitation by several European visitors, the mountain ranges, particularly in the Canadian side, remains in almost a pristine form. Driving up around the Rockies, I was astounded by how well the Canadians preserved their beloved mountains. Although it is a popular tourist destination, prohibitions were strictly yet understandably applied particularly in the forest lands and public parks. No one can just go mountain climbing or glacier hiking in the Rockies without a special pass by the Canadian government. The animals, such as brown bears, moose, mountain goats, and etc... were often seen around the highway, without harms way. They built bridges and tunnels to allow the animals to relocate more conveniently and also to prevent road kill incidents. Hunting in the Rockies is also banned anytime during the year. Canadians are no doubt expert at conserving their sacred lands. Keeping their mountains away from further exploitations is clearly their utmost priority, because they're aware that it was generously bestowed to them by God. I just wish Filipinos would have the same values.
My trip to the Rockies was the perfect way to end my four years in Canada. Gliding along the glaciers in Banff was definitely my favorite, because it was something you couldn't experience anywhere else. Finally, I got to see the real Canada in its most natural form. Canada is genuinely a beautiful country, filled with beautiful landscapes and amazing people. I will be coming back one day and I hope the Rockies will still be as immaculate as I last saw it.
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