Situated on Georgian Bay, the Town of Midland offers an engaging blend of culture, history, recreation and nature. Visitors are lured to Midland by the sandy beaches, established nature areas and an array of shopping, dining and entertainment venues. Cultural attractions include the Huronia Museum and Huron/Ouendat Village, established to give visitors a glimpse at the proud and prosperous aboriginal history of the region, and Castle Village, one of southern Ontario's most unique theme parks. Another important structure is the Martyr's Shrine, which honours the lives and deeds of Canada's first Christian missionaries. Midland is also an entryway to a myriad of outdoor activities. These include boating, golfing and fishing in the summer and cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in the winter, making Midland a great year-round destination. Midland offers a friendly, charming gateway to Georgian Bay's picturesque 30,000 Islands, and is conveniently located only 127 km (79 mi) from Toronto.