TELUS World of Science is a not-for-profit organization that was founded in 1976. It draws more than 300,000 eager learners every year. Its initiative is to foster and promote values like curiosity, innovation, inquiry, and collaboration among children and help them discover science beyond test books and classrooms.

The TELUS World of Science has three very interesting and interactive exhibit areas, but the fun does not stop there. There is an outside amusement park that is very aptly named the ‘Amazement Park’, and WOWtown, that does indeed, wow you. In addition to this, there is also a food kiosk for when your tiny tykes get hungry and a gift shop where you can buy all kinds of science-oriented gifts that will help you remember your fabulous experience at the TELUS World of Science.

However, the most notable exhibit at the TELUS World of Science is the Discovery Dome Theatre, where lifelike images are displayed on a dome screen and the experience is further enhanced by digital surround sound. A series of exhibition are designed to capture the imagination of the kiddy audience. The “Wild Ocean” takes you into the KwaZulu-Natal Wild Coast in South Africa where you can see whales, sharks, dolphins, and gannets, and a host of other underwater species. Children are explained the food chain within the ocean and shown how external influences have begun to disturb the delicate equilibrium of the ocean.

“Mummies – Secrets of the Pharaohs” is yet another fascinating documentary that takes you into the land of pyramids and pharaohs. Children follow archaeological clues and understand how the mysteries of the past are unraveled. They also gain a better understanding of the culture, religion, and science of the ancient Egypt.

Take a look at the other ‘Fun & Educative’ things children can do at the TELUS World of Science.

• Control the weather by controlling the movement of clouds over the sun.
• Freeze your shadows to a wall!
• Operate a crane, and play with other simple machines
• Make your own puppet show by using a video, monitor and costumes
• Go on a journey of exploration with microscopes, magnifying glasses, and video microscopes.
• Make your own music in the music area using drums, tubular bells, thunder sheet, rain stick, and a howler fan.

The journey of learning and discovery never ends at the TELUS World of Science.

Nearly $3,500,000 was spent on its construction and it opened its doors to the public in June 1968. Three years later it was re-christened Calgary Tower and it held the prestigious position of being not only the tallest structure in Calgary but also the tallest structure in Canada, outside of Toronto. Since it was one of the first towers of its kind, it’s not surprising that that Calgary Tower was the founding member of the World Federation of Great Towers.

Calgary Tower is an important entry on any tourist’s itinerary and a trip to Calgary is wasted if you don’t take out the time to ascend the heights of this very famous tower. And don’t make this trip without your camera. Apart from the panoramic views of the entire city, you also get to see a rare sight that not many other towers are likely to offer you – the majestic Rocky Mountains, the prairies and the surrounding foothills just 50 miles to the West.

If you are brave enough and not likely to panic at the illusion of standing mid air, 525 feet above the ground, make sure to visit the Observation Deck. Take tiny, baby steps into virtual nothingness (as it seems from up there) and watch the entire city dwarfed in front of your eyes, and cars and trucks whizzing around like something in the land of Lilliput. The whole city spreads out in front of you like a toy town and you experience the thrill of calling yourself the “King (or Queen) of the World”.  Don’t worry about the glass floor giving way under you; it’s strong enough to accommodate a herd of elephants. There are binoculars on the observation, if you wish to fine tune your vision and play the game of “Oh, there’s our hotel,” or “Isn’t that our car parked over there?”

The Calgary Tower holds yet another record – of being the largest Olympic Torch in the world. The 1988 Winter Olympic Games saw a flame burning at the top of the tower throughout the whole period of the event. The torch is lit occasionally even today on special events like Canada Day celebrations.

And the end of the trip, visit Sky 360, a revolving restaurant located at the top of The Calgary Tower. The food is great, the wine list impressive and the décor contemporary. The 360 Degree Corporate Lunch Menu available Mondays through Fridays is a huge hit where, for less than $25, you can take your pick from the soups, salads & pastas, and sandwiches. You have a long ride down. Might as well make it on a full stomach!