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• Five-Span Stone Bridge

  Name	Five-Span Stone Bridge
  Description	The breathtaking Five-Span Stone Bridge in Pakenham (Mississippi Mills), built in 1903 by Scottish stone masons and restored in 1984, is unique in North America and is believed to be the only one of its kind in the world outside Russia. Directions: From Carleton Place on Hwy 7, Take McNeeley Road to Hwy 29, then Hwy 15 to the Bridge WikiMapia

  
  
• Lady's Slippers Orchids

  Name	Lady's Slippers Orchids
  Address	Purdons Conservation Area, Lanark Highlands
  Description	The Showy Lady's Slipper Orchids at Purdon Conservation Area are the greatest abundance found anywhere in Canada, some 10,000 plants. The site, owned by Mississippi Valley Conservation, features boardwalks, viewing areas and educational signage that make this an accessible destination - particularly during blooming season. WikiMapia

  
  
• Silver Queen Mine Tour - Murphy's Point

  Name	Silver Queen Mine Tour - Murphy's Point
  Phone	613 267 5060
  Address	2243 Elmgrove Road, Tay Valley
  Website	http://www.ontarioparks.com
  Description	1 1.5 guided hike along Silver Queen Mine Trail; hardhat into mine and in restored miners bunkhouse; free for park pass/day pass; registration in advance call or in person WikiMapia

  - 613 267 5060
  
• St. Peter Celestine Church

  Name	St. Peter Celestine Church
  Phone	(613) 256-3441
  Address	139 Renfrew St, Pakenham
  Website	http://www.stpetercelestine.ca/
  Email	st_peter_celestine@rogers.com
  Description	St. Peter Celestine Church in Pakenham (Mississippi Mills) is the only church in the county built in the French Classic style and is one of only three Canadian churches known to retain its particular Classic Italianate interior decoration. The superb original interior decor was restored as part of the church's centennial celebrations in 1993. WikiMapia

  - (613) 256-3441
  
• Stewart Park

  Name	Stewart Park
  Phone	(613)267-3311
  Address	80 Gore St. E, Perth
  Website	http://www.town.perth.on.ca/siteengine/ActivePage.asp?PageID=90
  Description	Stewart Park in Perth, a five-acre green space behind the town hall, was donated by the late Jessie Mabel Stewart in 1947 in memory of her husband, the Honourable John Alexander Stewart, who was a prominent figure in the town's history. The Tay River flows through this beautiful park, which features majestic maples and rock wall gardens. WikiMapia

  - (613)267-3311
  

Seven Wonders

From magnificent wilderness to remarkable homesteads of Lanark County, you'll find plenty of potential wonders!

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Driving Tour
Although the Seven Wonders have no particular order or ranking, they have been listed in an order for driving convenience purposes only.

1. Five-Span Stone Bridge
The breathtaking Five-Span Stone Bridge in Pakenham (Mississippi Mills), built in 1903 by Scottish stone masons and restored in 1984, is unique in North America and is believed to be the only one of its kind in the world outside Russia.

2. St. Peter Celestine Church
St. Peter Celestine Church in Pakenham (Mississippi Mills) is the only church in the county built in the French Classic style and is one of only three Canadian churches known to retain its particular Classic Italianate interior decoration. The superb original interior decor was restored as part of the church's centennial celebrations in 1993

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