Quebec City

The Quebec City and Area tourist region is a living historical illustration of a people unique to this continent, strong and proud of their Aboriginal, French, and British ancestry.

Autumn in Québec City marks the start of an outdoor season with special appeal. The days and nights grow cooler and the spectacular fall foliage attracts visitors from far and wide. Fall is a particularly popular season for St. Lawrence River cruises. Hiking and bird watching are among other favourite activities. Another popular outing is to observe the thousands of snow geese in nearby Saint-Joachim during the annual fall migration of these magnificent creatures.

General Overview

• Founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain, Québec City celebrated its 400th anniversary in 2008.
• The cradle of French civilization in North America.
• In 1985, the “Arrondissement historique de Québec” was proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Capital city of the province of Québec, total population seven and a half million.
• Seat of the National Assembly (Provincial Legislature).
• Located 250 km east of Montréal).
• Land area: 9 000 km2.
• The Greater Quebec City Area population totals 660 000, 95 % of which are francophones.

Link to Quebec City Tourism
http://www.quebecregion.com/e/