Monday, November 14, 2016

Tourist attractions in Quebec City (Canada)

Basilica of Ste-Anne de Beaupre: Ste Anne in the patr saint of Quebec and is credited with many miracles of healing the sick and disabled. Located northeast of Quebec in Beaupre this Catholic basilica is a destination for a half million pilgrims each year. The present day church dates to 1926 but the first chapel was built here in the 1th century.
Observatoure de la Capitale: Atop the Marie Guyart Building this 360 degree observatory provides more than just a bird's eye view of the city from the 31st floor. Interactive exhibits introduce how Quebec City developed and grew over the centuries. The panorama extends beyond the old walled city to Levis the St. Lawrence and ile d'rleans. Address: 1037 de la Chevrotiere Quebec City.
Plains of Abraham: Joan of Arc Garden elPadawan: In 1759 the Plains of Abraham was the site of a fierce battle that decided the future of the city. British General Montcalm. The battlefields lie west of the hilltop Citadel. Exhibits retell the tumultuous history of how Quebec City resisted and then fell to the British. There are also two Martello Towers in the park. Louis Perron designed the park's pretty Joan of Arc Garden. Address: 835 ave Wildfrid-Laurier, Quebec City.

Quebec Levis Ferry: A ferry crosses the St. Lawrence River providing a connection between Quebec City and Levis. But the quick crossing is also a favorite opportunity to admire the city skyline especially at night when lights illuminate Chateau Frontenac e Price Building and other historic structures. The waterfront station is on the river in Lower Town a short walk from Quartier Petit Champlain and Place Royale. Address: 1 Rue des Carrieres, Quebec City.
Grande Allee: Beyond the city walls Grand Allee froms the spine of the city. The district near Parliament Hill is of greatest interest to visitors. Here a bevy of restaurants patios and entertainment venues bring local and visiting crowds. The streets grandioese 19th century buildings were once home to the city's upper class. Other Queec City attractions on Grand Allee include the Grande Allee Drill Hall Battlefields Park and the Musee National des Beaux Arts du Quebec.

Place Royale: It was at this spot in 1608 that Samuel de Champlain founded a fur trading post that soon grew into the capital  French America. Historic buildings most notably the petite churchNotre Dame des Victoires that dates to 1688 flank a cobbled square. There is also a branch of the Musee dela Civilisation at Place Royale.

Parliament Hill: The spaciously laid out district immediately southwest of the old Upper Town is the seat of Quebec's provincial government. The Parliament completed in 1877 but later extended could have been modeled on any number of Parisian public buildings. The Salle de I'Assemblee Nationale (National Assembly) and Salle du Conseilegislatif (Legislative Council) are open to the public. Both are fine old chambers sumptuously furnished. Tickets should be obtained in advance. Nearby find the Grand Theatre (a Venue for plays concerts and symphony performances) as well as the large Palais des Congres shopping and entertainment complex. Address: 1045 Rue des Parlementaires Quebec City.

Quartier Petit Champlain: Once the bustling capital of New France the narrow streets and low buildings of Quartier Petit Champlain now house artisan boutiques Quebec cuisine restaurants and the odd souvenir shop. It is one of the most scenic areas of the city and the pedestrian only streets make it a lovely area to stroll.