Photo: Byward Market Totem Pole Ottawa Ontario

Near the Byward Market in the City of Ottawa, Ontario, a beautiful hand carved totem pole is displayed on the street.

The City of Ottawa in Ontario is the capital of Canada and many displays of Canadian art is found throughout the city such as this totem pole on display near the Byward Market. Reaching great heights, this totem pole was handcarved by First Nations people who put in many hours working on this masterpiece.Each figure on a totem pole represents a symbol which the Native people believe are very meaningful to their culture and traditions. Totem pole carving has been handed down through generations which preserves the history and honors the First Nations people. Tourists to Ottawa, can enjoy the aboriginal art displayed around the city and explore some of these traditions for themselves.Totem Pole near the Byward Market in the city of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.