Old Quebec: UNESCO World Heritage Site
by Karlie85
Old Quebec is one of the oldest cities in Canada. It was founded in the early 1700s, and even though it is a major tourist attraction now, it still has most of the old buildings and roads. It is the only city in North America that still has its original walls standing. One thing I remember, aside from all the beautiful architecture, were cannons from the 1700s up on the cliff. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.
Although a lot of tourists visit Quebec City every year, it has managed to hold onto it's old world charm and beauty at the same time.
Bonjour!
If this is your first...
by philomat
Bonjour!
If this is your first trip to Quebec, and if you enjoy Nature, I suggest you visit the 'Bas-Saint-Laurent' (Lower St-Laurent River) spanning the Southern Shore of our Great River from Riviere-du-Loup (where I live) to the Gaspe region which starts at Matane. Bring warm clothes! It is always cooler here than Montreal.
VISIT The Citadel De Quebec....
by Simonneeddy
VISIT The Citadel De Quebec. The entrance to the fort where you can tour the inside and see how they defended from attack agaist the British and the Indians.( That is my niece from Missouri in red waving)
Citadel View of the Chateau Frontenac
by Bwana_Brown
The Chateau Frontenac is such an imposing building that it's outline dominates Quebec City. Because it is located on the bluff overlooking the St. Lawrence River, it is next door to the impressive fortress of the Citadel, whose cannons long controlled passage on the river. While in Quebec City, you will see many people enjoying the walk along the top of the walls of the fortress as they take in the views of the city. This is the view that greeted us as we finished our walk along the walls on a cold and windy May day. The Spring colours are beginning to emerge and the Chateau stands proud in this view looking east up the St. Lawrence River. Check out my Restaurant tips for a glimpse into what life is like in one of the Bars of the Chateau.
Fodors Guidebook
by HORSCHECK
To explore Quebecs big cities Montreal and Quebec City an up to date guidebook is very useful. I had the Fodors guide, which is updated every year. It describes the things to see and do and lists accomodations and restaurants in all price ranges. Last but not least it includes a detailed map with streetfinder.
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Ice on the window
An Ice Bar on Grand Allee!
The interior of Notre Dame
Old Quebec
