Vancouver is lauded for its enviable mix of laid-back West Coast living and striking skyline, with the snow-capped Coast Mountains (also known as the Coast Range) as a picturesque backdrop. Surrounded by the waters of the Fraser River and Burrard Inlet, Vancouver has a mild climate and rain forest vegetation that make it an utterly unique North American city. Located on the Pacific Rim, it is a bustling seaport and major trade and tourist destination known for its ethnically diverse population and cosmopolitan urban core. The modern architecture, with glass high-rises dotting the downtown skyline, and lush scenery are so breathtaking, many studios shoot films here. It's an easy stand-in for international cities, earning Vancouver its other nickname, Hollywood North.
