Living in Calgary

As you look down from the window of the aeroplane, the first impressions of Calgary are that its smaller than any known US city. Then as the downtown comes in your view it seems even smaller. Yes the downtown area of Calgary is indeed very small consisting of just a few avenues and streets. Now that I have lived here for a year, I have started liking this town. Its spread across a vast area but the population is less than half of Pune. The people are very friendly and courteous. The roads that run east to West are Avenues and the ones that run North to South are termed Streets. After you land and go towards the baggage claim area you find out that the airport is indeed small to be called an International Airport. It however is very neat with clear signages. The airport staff is courteous. Infact all the people I have met till now are friendly and helpful. As soon as you claim your bags and get out of the terminal building a blast of cold air hits you. Yes. It is like entering the freez...