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Step on Board the Niña at Britannia Heritage Shipyard
09 June 2008Sail back into time and imagine yourself on the high seas as you step on board the Niña, a 15th century replica of the ship which Christopher Columbus navigated to the discovery of the new world. The Niña is currently docked in Steveston at Britannia Heritage Shipyard.
“Stepping on board the Niña is a truly unique experience,” explains Mayor Malcolm Brodie. “The Niña is considered the most authentic replica ship sailing today. It is an elegant floating museum that will transport you to another time, allowing you to envision bold, exciting adventures of the past.”
Come out and explore this majestic ship. Drop in tours can be done daily.
School groups can also take advantage of this rare opportunity by booking a tour on June 13. Contact Brooke Lees at 604-718-8043 for information on school tours.
Date: June 6 -15, 2008 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: Britannia Heritage Shipyard, 5180 Westwater Drive Admission: $3 for students, $4 for seniors and $5 for adults Children four and under are free
Tickets can be purchased on site
The Niña was Christopher Columbus favourite ship, the one he very nearly died on in 1493, upon which he ultimately logged more than 40,000 km.
Built in Brazil by the Columbus Foundation, ship-makers built this tribute to Columbus using the same kind of tools and techniques the original ship’s builders would have used. In December 1991, the Niña left Brazil and sailed to Costa Rica on a 6,400 km unescorted maiden voyage to take part in the filming of the movie, 1492, starring Gerard Dépardieu as Columbus. Since then, sailing out of her home port of Grand Caymen, the Niña has visited over 300 ports.
For more information on the Niña at Britannia Heritage Shipyard, call 604-718-8050.
