Old
Quebec in Canada is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an important
historical landmark. The name refers only to the city area inside the
walls. However, the outer part also has several historical structures.
Location and How to Get to This Specific Site
The site is in the neighborhood of Quebec City. You can reach the
place by using a car or bus. There are excellent routes from Montreal,
Ottawa and Toronto. You can also rent a car so you can go around the
neighborhood. If coming in from overseas, all the major airlines have
direct flights to the city.
What to See There
The Citadel and the Fortification are two of the most prominent
features in the city. There is also the Notre-Dame-de-Quebec Basilica
Cathedral. Not far off is St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Jesuits
Chapel and the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity. Old Quebec in Canada has
several museums.
There are also interpretation centers available. You can tour the
city on foot or try the horse drawn carriage. Many of the religious
edifices are at the Upper Town. The administrative center is also there.
The Chateau Frontenac and the Dauphine Redoubt are also worth checking
out.
History
The old city’s origins go back to the 17th century. The area was
selected by Samuel de Champlain for the Chateau St. Louis. Its position
was perfect for military operations. That is why there are numerous
military fortresses there remaining.
Most of the Upper City inhabitants were clergymen and military
personnel. The Lower City was populated by craftsmen and merchants.
During the 19th century, there were calls to destroy the military
fortifications as they had outlived their usefulness. Then Governor
Dufferin decided to keep the walled city intact.
Cost
The bus ride costs $2.50. The taxi fare will be $32.50 flat. You can
also take the train, but the cost will vary depending on where you are
coming from.
Other Info
There are also shopping and dining areas around the old city. Many of
them are at rue Saint-Louis and rue Saint-Jean. Many of the dishes
served are local but there is also international food. The old city is
not that far off from modern Quebec’s other tourist spots too.
If you are going to Old Quebec in Canada via a tour operator,
remember that the itineraries will vary from one provider to another.
Some stick only to the old city, but others will take you to other
tourist spots nearby
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