stepping back in time.. OLD MONTREAL

There is no place more conducive to a dreamy step back in time than the romantic district of Old Montreal. Its cobblestone streets have witnessed the passage of time for more than 360 years. Today, art galleries, artisnas' boutiques, terraces and cafes conduct business within the walls of these gracious 18th and 19th century buildings. Dusk brings further enhancement, as strategic lighting brings out the loveliness of these old stone facades even further. Nearby, in the old port, cyclists, joggers, and in line skate enthusiasts of all ages enjoy the generous recreational paths year-round.

(Up & Down)Place Jacques- cartier and Place De la Dauversiere. In the heart of Old Montreal , the gentle slope down down the Nelson monument offers a superb view of the old port. A major gathering place and an entertainment site, it drwas passers by and visitors who enjoy street artists, roving entertainers, jugglers, mimes, face painters, and caricaturists.

City Hall- It has a more turbulent history than its peaceful facade suggests. The buildingwent up between 1872 & 1878, and survived a severe fire in 1922. It is absolutely spectacular at dusk, when it is lit up.


Marguerite- bourgeoys Museum and Notre- Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel- Since 1968, it is the oldest stone chapel of Montreal. Surprisingly it has retained its primaty purpose, that of a place of pligrimage.

[Thanks to a new parliament lighting plan that showcases all the splendours of Montreal's artitectural heritage and its unique atmosphere of its streets and public squares.]

The Clock tower & Pont Jacques Cartier in the background- The clock tower was built in 1922 to commemorate the courage of the men of the Merchant fleet who were lost during the first World War.

Marche Bonsecours- Inaugurated in 1847, a symbol o fMontreal heyday, this imposing building was the city's main agricultural market place for over a century.
Its symmetrical composition and Greeek Revival portico (the cast-iron coloumns were brought from England), tinplated dome and simple and varied details make it a perfect illustration of the neo- classical style in favour at the time.


below- the lighted up view with the downtown skyscrapers in background is astounding.
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