Quebec City at a Glance
Quebec City lies on the Saint Lawrence River, roughly three hours east of Montreal.
The city is the second-oldest existing European settlement in Canada. This historic
city is divided in two by steep bluffs into Upper Town—which includes the old
quarter—and Lower Town. Perched atop Cap-Diamant, the old quarter is the only
walled city in North America and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Citadel,
Chateau
Frontenac, Plains
of Abraham and the Quebec
Parliament are all attractions located in Upper Town, sharing the space
with a variety of standout shops and markets. The Naval
Museum of Quebec and the Old
Port of Québec are found in Lower Town, as well as Place-Royal,
the site of the first permanent settlement in New France. Quebec City is also
famous for the Quebec
Winter Carnival, which showcases world-class ice sculpture and more during
its annual snowy celebrations.
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