Touring The Great North – Part 7 – Quebec City, Day 2

We had another full day in Quebec City, but this time, very little rain, so we could enjoy some outdoor tours. We switched days of our Old Quebec City tour, so we were able to really enjoy it without the rain. So glad we did too. It was yet another very interesting, very informative tour.

We met at the famous fountain outside of the Parliament House. This is the same fountain that is in Boston, only this fountain has frogs in the water. One of the things we learned on our tour is that a lot of these fountains, structures and even old buildings are found in multiple locations around the world. The fountain was a gift from someone in Paris to Quebec City. The Parliament House is a replica of the Louvre in Paris too.

We were busy taking pictures along our walk to the meeting spot at the fountain, the Parliamentary gardens and the surrounding area while we were waiting for our tour guide Samuel to show up.

The 3 famous Suffragettes.

The modern mixed with the old, traditional.

Chateau Frontennac. The history of the Château Frontenac began with its 1893 construction by the Canadian Pacific Railway to promote luxury train travel, as conceived by William Van Horne and designed by architect Bruce Price. The hotel, named after Louis de Buade, Comte de Frontenac, has been expanded multiple times, most notably with additions in 1899, 1908, and 1920-1924, and was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1981. It has hosted numerous dignitaries and served as the venue for pivotal World War II meetings. World War II conferences: The hotel served as the headquarters for two crucial conferences between Allied leaders.

First Quebec Conference (1943): U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill met with Canadian Prime Minister Mackenzie King to plan the invasion of Normandy.

Second Quebec Conference (1944): The leaders met again to discuss postwar plans for Germany and the atomic bomb.

Samuel, our tour guide.

King Louis XIV

Yet again, we walked all around, up and down very steep hills and lots of steps. When Samuel said there was another way to get up the big steep hill, Maureen and I jumped at the chance. We took the funiculare while the boys braved the steps. This is where the tour of Old Quebec ended. But we still did a lot of touring around. There was so much more to see. We stayed in the surrounding area because we had reservations for a late lunch at Chateau Frontenac.

I love all the personality that abounds all around the city.

There are beautiful churches, cathedrals and religious statues and tributes all over. The Catholic religion still has a very strong and large influence on the Quebecois people.

I just love all the exquisite art and craftmanship in all these old churches. These pictures are just a small sampling. Again, I took a ton of pictures, but to really, fully appreciate all the beauty, you have to experience them on your own.

It was time to head back to Chateau Frontenac for lunch. So I will leave it here for now. I highly recommend taking these historical tours of the cities. You learn so much and see so many different wonderful things you might miss on your own.

Restez a l’ecoute. J’en aurai beaucoup plus a vous proposer bientot. Stay tuned. I have a lot more coming your way soon.

Passez une bonne journee et faites en sorte que chaque jour soit formidable. Have a great day and make everyday great. Stay safe and stay well. ‘Til next time.