Quebec Things to see and do Articles
General Info – Montreal, Quebec, CanadaMontreal, Quebec – General Info
I could write a book just to fill this section, but here are the basics. Check this section every month for new info.
Quirky Facts
Montreal is the second largest French-speaking city on Earth (after Paris). People from Montreal are called “Montrealais”.
Geography
Montreal is actually an island. The main water frontage is the [...]
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Tips on Montréal’s Famous Restaurants
Montréal, Quebec
Montréal has always been known as one the top restaurant cities in North America and rates with San Francisco, New York, Chicago, Boston, and Toronto. At last count it had been estimated that there are over 4000 restaurants scattered all over the Island of Montreal. However, before [...]
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Montréal’s Oldest Farmhouse
There are very few structures in Montréal that date back to the French Regime.
One such structure is Maison Saint-Gabriel that is the only remaining 17th century farmhouse located in Montréal.
This farmhouse was built in 1698 and enlarged in 1726 and 1728.
A visit to this fascinating site is well worth the [...]
Montreal’s Eighth Wonder of the World – Montreal, Quebec, CanadaMontréal’s Eighth Wonder of the World
If you ever wondered what it is like to cross a bridge that was originally built for trains you must venture across the Victoria Bridge…and firmly hold onto your steering wheel!
The Victoria Bridge, which is considered by some to be the Eighth Wonder of the world, is located at the [...]
Ulysses Travel Guides – Montreal, Quebec, CanadaUlysses Travel Guides Montréal 2001 is a comprehensive softbound guidebook concerning the largest French-speaking city in North America, Montréal.
The authors, Francois Rémillard (Exploring) and Benoit Prieur (Portrait) have done a masterful job of writing a succinct guide that appeals to the traveller, tourist and even the locals.
The book divides itself into eight sections pertaining [...]
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Lachine, the Historic Village of Montréal
May 17th, 2002 will mark the date when there will be the reopening of Lachine Canal.
The Canal was closed in 1970 and since 1997 the Federal and Municipal Governments have poured in millions of dollars in order to revitalize this famous landmark into a tourist infrastructure.
One [...]
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Hiking in Montréal and Greater Québec
The Province of Québec as well as the City of Montreal has some of the most beautiful and awesome hiking trails in North America. If you are planning a trip to French Canada, be it Montréal or the rest of the Province of Québec, you may want [...]
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Montréal’s Bagels – Are they the Best in the World?
According to native Montrealers their bagels are the best in the world! In fact, many a former Montrealer when returning on a visit to the city will invariably visit St-Viateur Bagel located at 263 St. Viateur in order to stock up on bagels.
Not [...]
Exploring Monreal’s Foot and Bike Paths – Montreal, Quebec, CanadaExploring Montréal’s Foot and Bike Paths
One of the beauties of Montréal is its wide choice of foot and bike paths that are easily accessible by public transportation or within short driving distances from anywhere on the Island.
Ulysses Travel Guides has published two very informative publications pertaining to walking and biking in and around Montréal.
One [...]
Eating Cheaply in Montreal – Montreal, Quebec, CanadaEating Cheaply in Montréal
Due to the multi-ethnic makeup of Montreal there exists a wide variety of restaurants in all different sizes and prices ranges. I recently came across an excellent softbound book entitled “Cheap Thrills” which describes great Montreal meals under $10.
The book is published by Véhicule Press and was written by Simon Dardick and [...]
