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The climate that makes the South Okanagan world-renowned for its wine attracts residents and visitors alike. Moist winters,  hot summers and over 2000 hours of sunshine annually create optimal fruit-growing conditions. It is a Canadian tradition to stop and shop at an Okanagan roadside fruit stand. Full of beauty and natural splendor the area offers magnificent desert valleys, towering mountains, sparkling blue lakes and fantastic beaches and unlimited recreational opportunities.

For the outdoor enthusiast enjoy year round activities like  boating, fishing, parasailing, hiking, biking, golfing,  alpine and cross country skiing.   This breathtaking valley  also offers cultural activities including wine tasting, various festivals, and international events such as the Ironman Canada Triathilon. Sprinkled with quaint shops and historic areas to modern day malls, there is always something to do in the South Okanagan.   The lure of this incredible valley draws visitors from all over the world even tempting some to make the Okanagan their new place of residence.  Come to explore or call  it home.  Penticton is  known as "a place to stay forever".  For more information on the South Okanagan,  contact the Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce  or look under our Resources and Links.