The lake near Quebec City

Q: In what architectural style was the famous Frontenac Castle built and who designed it?

The Château Frontenac, built in 1893, is a vivid example of the Châteauesque style with neo-Gothic elements. Architect Bruce Price designed the project for the Canadian Pacific Railway as a luxury hotel. The towers and spires of the castle repeat elements of the French Chateau Loire, and the interiors are decorated with oak panels and stained glass windows.

Q: Where in Quebec to take the most atmospheric photos of the city?

The Dufferin Terrace offers panoramic views of the St. Lawrence River and the rooftops of the Old Town. The narrow streets of Petit-Champlein with stone houses of the XVIII century create a "European" background for photographs. Cas Ku Staircase with 1893 steps leads to picturesque sites with an overview of the city fortifications.

Q: What little-known but interesting museums are worth visiting in Old Quebec?

The Ursulinki Museum in the monastery of 1639 holds a unique collection of religious art of the XVII-XVIII centuries. In the basements of the seminary of Quebec, there is an archaeological crypt with finds from the New France period. The Chevalier House of 1752 demonstrates the life of the Quebec bourgeoisie through original furniture and decor items.

Q: What legends are associated with the underground tunnels of Quebec?

Under the Old Town there are secret passages of the XVII century, used for supply during sieges. According to legend, in the tunnels under the Augustinian monastery, church treasures were hidden from the British. In the nineteenth century, dungeons became part of urban legends of smugglers and secret societies.

Q: What Quebec attractions will interest children and teenagers?

The Quebec Aquarium with Arctic exposure and polar bears attracts young visitors. The Museum of Civilization has interactive exhibitions on the history of the Inuit and the first settlers. The Battlefields Park at the site of the Battle of 1759 offers historic reconstructions and summer theatrical shows.

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The lake near Quebec City

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Excursions Quebec City (5)