Situated on the mighty St Lawrence River, the sights of these two cities captivate visitors with their history, culture and festivity. Not only were they both major players in the foundation of Canada but their portside locations have kept them at the heart of international commerce, resulting in a harmonious blend of heritage architecture and exciting modern venues that charm all those who come to Canada’s “belle province.”
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Looming over Montréal’s bustling activity, this mountain park is the most visited attraction in the city (see Parc du Mont-Royal).
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North America’s largest church when constructed in 1829 is still the Gothic Revival gem of VieuxMontréal (see Basilique Notre-Dame).
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Parc Olympique’s many attractions include botanical gardens, an insectarium and sports facilities (see Parc Olympique).
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The true birthplace of Montréal represents a merging of the city’s past history and modern technology. Cutting-edge exhibitions and archeological artifacts allow visitors to experience six centuries of local life (see Musée Pointe-à-Callière).
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The oldest and largest Québec museum contains works dating from antiquity to contemporary masters (see Musée des Beaux-Arts de Montréal).
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Three centuries of military presence continue in this working army base, which is home to a hospital, officers’ mess, and the first observatory in Canada (see La Citadelle, Québec City).
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The MCQ’s exhibits include artifacts from the First Nations, Chinese objets d’art , and items relating to everyday life in Québec during its 400-year history (see Musée de la Civilisation de Québec).
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This granite basilica, built between 1923– 63, features 240 stained-glass windows and a gleaming mosaic (see Basilique Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré).
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Known as the “cradle of French civilization in North America,” this island of farm communities continues to preserve the traditions of the original settlers (see Ile d’Orléans).
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This mountain range has long been the favorite year-round playground for weekenders and vacationers with its pristine lakes, hiking trails and ski slopes (see Les Laurentides).
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