Sunday, September 24, 2006

Quebec City - a seduction tour

The cradle of french civilisation in North America, Quebec City is among the most 'romantic cities' across the globe.

More info about the city: http://www.quebecregion.com/e/

Keen to learn about the history of the city, we set out on a guided tour realising at the end of the day that it was more of a seduction tour than anything else. We were left with the thoughts of spending a day more at at the city.. I will come back but not alone this time..

The romance in this city can be felt in the air one breathes. No doubt, it is said to have been the scene of first French Kiss on this continent.

And ya btw.. hindi movie bewafa was shot in Quebec city.

Champlain christened the city as KEBEC which means place where river becomes narrow, and thats how Quebec gets its name.

Pont de quebec and Pont Pierre- laporte
proclaimed as national historic site, Pont de quebec is the longest cantilever bridge in the world. apparently the cental span collapsed twice during construction.
behind the pont de quebec is Pont pierre laporte, the longest suspension bridge in canada.

During the time of Louis XIV, the square was originally used by traders for fur trading. It was in ruins untill restored in 1992, and the Statue of Louis XIV was erectecd in the centre in his honour. Its more of a tourist attraction now.


A view of the erstwhile Champlain Palace, now Hotel Chateau Frontenac, from the foothills of the Quebec City.
Quebec city is a great place for art lovers. the wall painting above depicts Quebec and its history. It has been given a breathtaking 3 dimensional effect. However, it took just three weeks to paint it, casue the painting was fist projected on the wall and then it was painted.




The musicians arcoss streets add a charm to the city, fusing in romance in the air. I did miss being without my love here.

The red indians attacked the city in their canoes with the britishers in
1759 and captured the city from teh french. There are shops which sell the memorabalia of red Indians.



A 20 minute stop at the Montmorency falls wasnt enough for us to admire the beauty of these falls. Apparently these falls are higher than the Niagra falls.






A Japanese park at the Quebec city.




The aquare atop the hill in quebec city is a place for tourists and artisans showcasing their talents.

Chateau Frontenac



After skiing, sailing is the secong most famous sport in the Quebec region.
These canons have a lot to say about history and the times it has stood to.


streets of quebec city


Glass manufacturing factory


Returning back from Quebec City with the feeling of AHHHH in my heart i made a promise to myself to come back to this city with my Love. Can't express how much i miss her here.

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