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A hundred years of rodeo
Capturing the spirit of the Calgary Stampede on the eve of its centennial
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Calgary is known for many things: the oil boom, the 1988 Olympics, and proximity to the Rocky Mountains. But perhaps the city has no more globally-recognized event than the Calgary Stampede. As one of the world’s largest rodeos, the Calgary Stampede draws over a million visitors each year to celebrate western heritage, culture and community spirit. From midway rides and bucking broncos to sold-out concerts and, er, creative culinary concoctions, the “Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” has been turning the city into a party since it was first officially hosted in 1912.
Canadian Geographic creative director Javier Frutos travelled to the Calgary Stampede earlier this month with GMC Canada and got a taste of the western extravaganza. Here, he shares some of his images.
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