# Sparks Street

Ottawa, Canada

Named for pioneer farmer Nicholas Sparks, this was Ottawa's commercial hub a century ago. Permanently pedestrianized in 1967, Sparks Street became Canada's earliest pedestrian mall, lined with banks, government offices, and heritage buildings.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Sparks Street, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 45.42083, -75.69861

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