Built in the 18th century for Robert Dunsmuir, a Scottish immigrant who created a great name and fortune from Vancouver Island coal. The opulence and fortune are reflected in the four floors of this fabulous 39-room pile. With exquisite stained glass windows, stunning Victorian-era furnishings, and intricate woodwork, you simply can’t ask for more from a tourist destination. Enjoy the delightful ambiance as you climb 87 stairs to the tower to experience stunning views of all Victoria, the Olympic Mountains, and the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Read more in Tripatini contributor Priya Ghatol´s post An Introduction to Handsome Victoria, British Columbia.