Quebec City Today
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Quebec City, Quebec, Ville de Québec, Québec
Quebec City or Québec (French: Ville de Québec, or simply Québec) is the capital of the Canadian province of Quebec. It is the second largest city in the province, after Montreal. Quebec's Old Town (Vieux-Québec), the only North American fortified city north of Mexico whose walls still exist, was declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1985 as the "Historic District of Old Quebec". It is also one of the oldest cities in North America. The city has a population of 528,595, and the metropolitan area has a population of 717,600 (2005).
Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and the Château Frontenac, a historic hotel which dominates the city skyline. The National Assembly of Quebec (provincial parliament), the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (National Museum of Fine Arts) and the Museum of Civilization are found within or near Vieux-Québec.
Among the tourist attractions in the city are Montmorency Falls and the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré in the town of Beaupré.
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The Chateau Frontenac dominates the skyline
Image by Bernard Gagnon under Creative Commons License.
The Chateau Frontenac
Grand Hotel in Quebec City
The hotel is perched on a tall cape overlooking the Saint Lawrence River, thus giving a spectacular view for several miles. The building is the most prominent feature of the Quebec City skyline as seen from across the St. Lawrence, and is a symbol of the city. The hotel is built near the Plains of Abraham.
In 1953 this hotel was used as filming location for the Alfred Hitchcock's drama I Confess, with Montgomery Clift and Ann Baxter as main stars.
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Quebec Traveler's News
What's going on in and around Quebec today?
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Webcam en direct du Saint-Laurent
Extensive network of live traffic webcams from Transports Quebec covers major roadways throughout Quebec City.
As seen on Pointe-au-Père
This webcam is overlooking
Saguenay HarbourThe Université Laval is pointing this webcam at the Pavillon Adrien-Pouliot:
We need more Web Cams in Quebec City!
Calling all Quebec City residents and businesses...
I know for a fact that people all over the world are very interested in viewing live web cam images of Quebec so here's my appeal to all residents and businesses:
If you have a good view of the city or points of interest from your window or building please consider installing a web cam and publish it on your website!
We will feature it here with a live link back to your site so you will gain a lot of exposure and free traffic back to your site. You will do a great service to your city!Feel free to contact me if you need help installing this.
Quebec Pictures on the web
These are some of the most amazing pictures of Quebec on the web, taken and published by our friends over at flickr.com.
Things To Do In Quebec City
From Sightseeing Tours to Day Trips, City Attractions and Activities
Image by Datch78 under Creative Commons License.
Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Quebec CityTake to the skies above Quebec City in a hot air balloon to enjoy a bird's eye view of this charming and beautiful region. Take a sunrise flight to enjoy the city awaken at dawn, or choose a sunset flight for the tranquility of flying as the sun goes down.
Quebec City Walking TourExperience the period charm of Old Quebec on a two-hour guided walking tour of this historic city's many highlights. This leisurely paced, downhill walking tour is ideal for all visitors to Quebec City - families, individual travelers and small groups.
Quebec City Sightseeing TourSee the best of Quebec City on a short introductory tour of Old Quebec, the historic heart of French Canada. You will be charmed by the old-world atmosphere of Quebec City on your two-hour tour, with its narrow streets, steep hills and numerous historical treasures on the banks of the St. Lawrence River.
Quebec City Dinner CruiseRelax on a Quebec City Dinner Cruise as you enjoy a night of fine-dining and dancing. Dine on a delectable four-course dinner with wines to match as you cruise past enchanting Old Quebec. Dance the night away as the stars come out and the house band plays.
Quebec City Historic Discoverers CruiseSee the city, the river and their history from a whole new angle on a Quebec City Historic Discoverers Cruise. Follow in the wake of a legendary explorer and discover for yourself the attractions of Old Quebec and the surrounding countryside aboard the M/V Louis Jolliet.
Quebec City and Montmorency Falls Day Trip from MontrealIf you are staying in Montreal you can take a day trip and visit Quebec City, the historic heart of French Canada. You'll take a full day sightseeing tour through Quebec with a local licensed guide and enjoy a photo stop at magnificent Montmorency Falls - higher than Niagara Falls!
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Quebec City is known for their breathtaking views, pleasant citizens, and an abundant of both summer and winter activities. If you can not afford that trip to Europe, Quebec City is without question, the next best thing! In fact, we believe in so many ways it's even better.
When we decided that we wanted to buy property in Quebec City, we wanted views of both the Chateau Frontenac and Saint Lawrence River, we also wanted to be walking distance to Old Town Quebec City and of course we wanted parking. There is only one property in the Quebec City region that offers all this!
In our opinion, Quebec City is the most beautiful/romantic city in North America, the foods are amazing, the night life is spectacular, the people make you feel like they are happy that you are spending time in their city!
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Helpful Quebec Links
Site touristique officiel du gouvernement du Québec
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Portail Québec : site officiel du gouvernement du Québec
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Quebec - Weather Conditions and Forecast by locations
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Quebec Travel: 50 hotels in Quebec City, Canada.
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Quebec Visitor Feedback
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theudayregency
Feb 12, 2012 @ 1:59 pm | delete
- Québec city such excellent city and people should go there at least once.... And there are many fun activities you will really enjoy......
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TransplantedSoul
Jan 27, 2012 @ 5:46 pm | delete
- Québec is a great place to visit. I have been in both the summer and the winter. The French Canadiens are great fun!
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flicker
Jan 19, 2012 @ 4:15 pm | delete
- I visited Quebec as a child with my family and this lens brings back those memories. Thanks!
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SayGuddaycom
Jan 19, 2012 @ 1:56 pm | delete
- I have been to Quebec and it's beautiful
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itgraphix
Jan 9, 2012 @ 9:34 am | delete
- Informative lens Thank you.
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