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 Sunset over the Plains of
Abraham by jamiesno
Personally I felt the Plains of Abraham were amazing offering the best views of the St. Lawrence River. It was also the site for some Carnaval activities, I a can only imagine how nice it must be in the summer and fall months to stroll throughout this park!!
This history and battles that ensued in this area are also interesting to learn about obviously but be sure to soak in the views! Leave a Comment
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 Joan of Arc Memorial Garden -
Early Morning by Bwana_Brown
Only a few steps away from the Loews hotel, along the inland edge of the Plains, I came across this pretty flower garden. The Joan of Arc Gardens, featuring a statue of her on a horse, is in tribute to all those who fell on both the English and French sides during the colonial wars for control of North America.
The flowers and shrubs were in great form when I was there, very enjoyable! Leave a Comment
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 Joan of Arc Garden Monument by jamiesno
There wasn't much for me to enjoy in January month but once again not far from the monument where some great views! Leave a Comment
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If you continue up the rue Ste-Louis through the gate in the walls and up the Grande Allée Est, on your left you will find the Discovery Pavilion of the Plains of Abraham. The Discovery Pavilion, apparently “inspired by the French castles of the Loire” is the official entrance to and information office for the Battlefields Park. As might be expected, it contains a museum and souvenir shop, but the part that grabbed my imagination was the “Odyssey Display”.
You head upstairs to the Odyssey Display, which consists of three multimedia theatrettes giving the broad history of Canada: you then progress from one to the next for the whole show. Presentations begin every ten minutes, so should you miss one the delay is minimal. Each theatrette has multilingual headphones, so settle back, set the language (my first headphones were in Japanese when I arrived) and enjoy the shows.
It begins with the Indians and the creation of New France, then moves to the battles of Québec and the British period, finishing with the formation of Canada (a period now longer than either of the preceding two). Though “popular’ in style the show is factual, not without humour, and calculated to hold the attention of most audiences. I thought it truly excellent as a presentation of Canadian history and found myself wishing that our National Museum in Australia had used the opportunity to present something of a similar standard!
My photos show the exterior of the building and some of the Odyssey presentation, this part set with a mannequin of a television newsreader in a newsroom - giving the story in a presentation style I’m sure would be familiar to most!
Open daily throughout the year from 1000, closing at 1700 from 4 September until 23 June and open until 1730 the balance of the year. Address: 835 Wilfrid-Laurier AvePhone: (418) 648 4071Directions: On the left as you head uphill in rue Ste-Louis from the Porte Ste-Louis past the Battlefields Park.Website: www.ccbn-nbc.gc.ca
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 A pleasant afternoon on the
Plains of Abraham by Jefie, 3 more photos
Today, the Plains are still filled with history. As you walk along the winding paths you will come across several historical markers, describing the battle of the Plains of Abraham. As an urban park, it could be described as Quebec City's Hyde Park or Central Park - with its 108 hectares, there's plenty of room for locals and visitors to carry on their favorite outdoor activities! It's also the site of numerous events year-round, such as the St-Jean-Baptiste and Canada Day festivities, the summer music festival, Halloween and of course the winter carnival! Guided tours are also offered, so check out the Web site to find out more about all there is to do on the Plains! Leave a Comment Address: Parc des Champs-de-BataillePhone: 418-648-4071Directions: The main entrance is located near the Quebec Parliament and Citadelle, and you can also begin your visit near the entrance of the National Museum of Fine Arts, where you'll see the Wolfe column.Website: http://www.ccbn-nbc.gc.ca Other Contact: information@ccbn-nbc.gc.ca
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 Defensive Measure. by dabidcLeave a Comment Directions: A vast open area west of the Parliament Buildings and the walls of the Old Town. It is connected to the Promenade outside the Hotel Frontenac and aslo there are ways down to the river bank and the docks.
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 Below the Plains of Abraham by dabidc
It will take the efforts of many to restore a ful freindship and understanding, but I know some of us are working on the project.
Another photo taken on an earlier visit. Leave a Comment Directions: To the west of the Old Town along the river to the west.
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After visiting the Citadel in the morning, we didn't have a lot of time to spend at the Plains of Abraham so when we walked into the Visitors Center and they were announcing that a bus tour was leaving shortly, we decided that would probably be the most efficient way to visit. The cost was $4CAD per person, you can also get a day pass that covers the bus tour, Martello Tower and the Odyssey.
Our guide was dressed to play the part of Abraham and was very amusing. The minibus tour takes you to some of the important sites within Battlefields National Park, the Martello Towers and the Parc Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc).
Although the official name is National Battlefields Park, it is better known as the Plains of Abraham, named after Abraham Martin who apparently didn't own or live on the land here but used it to graze his cattle. The battle that took place here on September 13, 1759 was between the British and the French during the Seven Years War (known as the French and Indian War in the US), It lasted less than an hour, both the British General Wolfe and the French General Montcalm were mortally wounded during the battle.
The Battle was thought to be a pivotal point in the War, the French surrendered to the British in 1760 and the Treaty of Paris was signed in 1763 to end the war and transfer possession of New France to Britain. Leave a Comment
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 Rue Cap-aux Diamants,Quebec
City,Quebec,Canada. by Greggor58, 4 more photos
I was treated to a huge expanse of green space splashed with the color of Fall in Eastern Canada...The Plains are a part of Parc des Champs-de-Bataille....or Battlefields Park...as its known in English..
The park's area is about 108 hectares (267 acres) is Canada's first national urban park.
Where I arrived is in fact Cap aux Diamants...a cliff top expanse of land that overlooks the site of the main battle ground for Quebec City in 1759...today it is a part of a large urban park beautifully landscaped and dotted with interesting diversions .You can see an intact structure of British Military engineering called a Martello Tower..or a beautiful garden called the Jardin Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc Garden)..Le Musee des Beux Arts is found within the boundaries of the park also.
There is also one on-going archaeological dig that I discovered close to the cliffs...
On a Fall or Spring or Summer day its well worth the time to get her...Plan to spend some time here when you're visiting Quebec City.It must be frightfully cold here on a Winter day though...
Maybe a Trivial Pursuit answer....the well known Canadian Anthem "Oh Canada" was sung here on the Plains for the first time ever on St John Baptiste Day....June 24th in 1880...see the third photo..
The second photo is a small monument to Abraham Martin...who pastured his livestock here on these lands that were originally owned by the Ursulines...the lands were eventually referred to as the Plains of Abraham...
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 Jessica & Lara at the Plains
of Abraham by Canadienne
(I'll try to come back and add accents to that. . .it definitely loses something without them.)
On September 13, 1759, the British defeated the French army on this very field, just outside the walls of Quebec ~ the battle established permanent British rule in Canada.
There are a couple of monuments and a fountain memorializing the battle, but otherwise the grounds are now a lengthy park overlooking the St. Lawrence River. I would imagine it's a very popular place in good weather ~ the views are incredible. Leave a Comment
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