One of the most populous provinces in Canada, British Columbia consists of some of the most metropolitan cities of Canada, such as Victoria and Vancouver, Vancouver being one of the largest metropolises in the whole Pacific Northwest. British Columbia is also home to some of the most popular tourist destinations of Canada and is the Canadian province that is most visited by tourists from all over the world. From oceanside metropolitan cities to the rural interior to places like Whistler which turn into winter wonderlands, British Columbia has a wide range of places and experiences to offer to tourists.