Brimming with history and a rich cultural heritage, the Atlantic province of Newfoundland and Labrador offers visitors a peek into the quietly unassuming beauty and solitude of one of the world's few unspoilt and truly unique destinations. Friendly locals with an indomitable sense of humour and quirky dialect help make this one of Canada's most endearing provinces. From the rugged rocky cliffs and outcrops to streams and rivers that interweave the rolling green hills and countryside, there is something magical about this area. Labrador attracts many visitors to its Tundra, which features the 'mini-Rockies' and the historic Avalon Peninsula, home to St John's. The wildlife here is something to talk about, with thousands of moose, black bear, woodland caribou, Northern River otters, Newfoundland Lynx and Arctic hares being native to Newfoundland and Labrador. The millions of seabirds, puffins and thousands of humpback whales circulating the freshly carved icebergs off the 18,000 miles (29,000 km) of coastline are also something to behold. Other key attractions include the Western Brook Pond, a land locked fjord, and L'anse aux Meadows, a National Historic Site of Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. L'anse aux Meadows is the site of the only confirmed Viking settlement in North America. Travellers enjoy coming here for the world-class fishing, exciting outdoor trails, wildlife viewing, hunting and dozens of breathtakingly beautiful national parks. But most visit Newfoundland and Labrador to get away from the hum and drum of the city and to enjoy the seclusion and majestic scenery of this little slice of heaven.