Stately, pleasant and culturally well endowed, Ottawa, the capital of Canada makes for a good introduction to the country's history, life and manners. Want to see how the Canadian Government works? Come to Ottawa, the seat of the executive, legislature and judiciary. Want to know what Canadians call doughnuts? Stop by at the "beavertails" stalls along the Rideau Canal in the city. What is Canadian art all about? Visit the National Gallery, Ottawa and find out more. What the heck is so great about the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)? If you've got the drift by now, you will head for Ottawa, and soon all your questions will be answered.