Situated on south west Calgary, Britannia, which runs along the east bank of the Elbow River, is the richest district of the city and offers a stunning view on the River valley and on the majestic Canadian Rockies. From the beginning, the neighbourhood was designed to be an upscale community. Nowadays, the prestigious district is still home to the wealthiest population of Calgary. Britannia provides a landmark collection of some of the best examples of mid-century modern architecture in the city and is home to some of the most expensive mansions as the majority of them has been designed by renowned architects. Its remarkable attractiveness makes Britannia one of the best places to live in Calgary.