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Elora [1] is a small town near Guelph, Ontario, Canada. It is extremely picturesque, being situated along the Grand River and the Elora Gorge. The architecture is very appealing, featuring stonework buildings built by Scottish stonemasons over a century ago. There is a vibrant and creative artistic community thriving in Elora.

Elora Gorge is a beautiful sight that attracts sightseers, campers, hikers, kayakers and tubers. The limestone cliffs are 22 metres high and the Grand River exits frantically through the Gorge. It is possible to hike to scenic overlooks next to the Gorge along riverside trails - there are some magnificent views.

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Welcome Centre, 5 Mill Street East, +1 519 846-9841, [2].

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• Highway 7 - 20 km (12.4 miles) northwest of Guelph

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• Village centre - Many historic buildings from the 1800s, many built of local stone.
• Elora Mill - A large 19th century mill
• Elora Gorge - a limestone gorge carved out by a river. trails run along the cliff top, and stairs allow visitors to access the floor of the gorge. wading through the gorge is a great experience, but bring sandals as the rocks can be sharp.

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• Elora Festival - held every summer, many musical performances; further details at Elora Festival details.
• Elora Cataract Trailway - Walk or ride the Trailway.
• Elora Quarry Conservation Area - walk, swim, hike, picnic. An old limestone quarry that has long been a popular swimming area.
• Guided walking tours of Elora, [3] (see website for times).
• The Elora Gorge Conservation Area, [4], offers hiking, canoeing, kayaking and tubing.
• Zipline, [5], across the Elora Gorge. $150 per person. See website for schedule.
• Grand River Raceway & Slots, 7445 County Rd. 21, [6]. M–Th 9AM–2AM, F-Su 24 hours. Features seasonal live harness racing, over 200 slot machines, and the River's Edge Restaurant, which offers fine casual dining.  edit

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ELORA MEWS SHOPS [7], 45 Mill Street West, Elora -- The perfect place to find very special gifts - original art, unique home decor, Japanese organic green tea - at world-class specialty shops located in a lantern-lit courtyard within historic limestone walls. A unique shopping experience.

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• The Elora Mill

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• The Elora Mill, 77 Mill St., West Elora, Tel: 519-846-9118 or 1-866-713-5672, [8] - a mill dating to the nineteenth century and Canada's only standing five-story mill. It has 32 guest rooms, with four poster and canopy beds. Ask for a room that overlooks the river and Elora Gorge (Tooth of Time waterfall) views. The Inn has many authentic antiques and handcrafted items and at the same time, has modern conveniences (for example, a jacuzzi).

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