A small town in Yukon, Dawson ‘City’ has a scenic setting on the Yukon River and a backdrop of forested mountains. It is also a ‘First Nation’ – an original settlement of Canada’s native Indian people – with a rich cultural heritage. Visitors can delve into the history and modern lifestyle of the indigenous Hän People at the Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre, or enjoy the creative offerings of the town’s various arts institutions. Alternatively, go gambling at Diamond Tooth Gerties Casino, Canada’s first legal gambling establishment. Summer outdoor pursuits include fishing or boating on the Klondike River and hiking up the ‘Midnight Dome’ to enjoy panoramic views over the Yukon River, Klondike valleys and the Ogilvie Mountain Range on the far horizon. In winter, visitors can take their pick of snowshoeing or dogsledding and participate in the annual Thaw DiGras axe-throwing competition.