ocr: Victoria, britishColumbia Victoria lies ons a lovely harbor at the southeastern tip of Vancouver Island.. It was founded in1843 by EA - - - - - - - - - the tur-trading Hudson's post. Bay Named Company: for as a - - - - 1 England's Queen Victoria, the city is known for its very British atmosphere. Victoria is one of the largest commercial and aistributioncenters in the province and a popular tourist a destination: as well. Among its attractions are lovely Butchart Gardens, the elegant Empress Hotel, and Thunderbird Park.