The most beautiful thing about Ottawa is its natural beauty. It is a great place to rediscover you romantic side by aligning your energies with those of nature.

If you want to get some physical exercise, (and get all hot and sweaty with your sweetie!), there are a plethora of action-packed things to do; hiking, skiing, golfing, and fishing, as well as a number of other outdoor adventures and wilderness activities.

The setting of Ottawa is very romantic, especially if you love the water. There are three rivers, the Ottawa, the Rideau, and the Gatineau - as well as hundreds of lakes - so all you need to do to make things a little more special is to make one of them yours. You can set sail on the historic Rideau Canal under a moonlit sky, or in the winter months, skate on the frozen canal. The Capital Area has several options from which to choose. Rent a bike, pedal on one of the scenic bicycle paths, and enjoy the greenery along the way.

Beautiful art is the food for romantic souls and Ottawa fulfills that craving with ease. It has twelve national museums devoted to eclectic Canadian Art, nature, science and technology, aviation, war civilization, and more. If art moves your soul, then the National Gallery of Canada is the place for you. It creates an ethereal setting of granite and glass, designed by the celebrated architect, Moshe Safdie. The gallery features a luminous great hall and spacious galleries. Holding hands and getting cozy in the interior gardens and courtyards is a great treat. The location lends itself to romance - overlooking the Ottawa River and the parliament buildings. That is not all; a visit to the gallery is all about discovering the magnificence of masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Picasso, and Jackson Pollock. The highlights, however, are the works of Leonardo daVinci and Michelangelo. To make your visit even more memorable - pick up an exquisite example of Canadian handcrafted jewelry from the bookstore, which you can later have engraved to remember the enjoyable moments you shared.

From classical art to modern art, be inspired by strolling into the Arts Court, which houses twenty local arts organizations, two visual arts galleries, and a 150- seat studio theater, a special treat for its innovative exhibitions. Pick what art form you both want to enjoy - dance, music, or literary arts; you will find it all there.

Even though you have more than enough to fill your days, you will not want to miss the nightlife in Ottawa. From nightclubs to pubs and jazz bars, you will find a nice blend of music, dance, and comedy. Popular places to visit are the ByWard market, Elgin Street, and Hull.

Whatever it is you are looking for, whether it is rekindling an old romance or setting the pace of a new one, you will find it all in Ottawa.