Historic District of Old Québec, Canada

Panoramic view of Quebec City
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Author: Datch78


The Historic District of Old Québec is a World Heritage Site in Canada.

Old Quebec is the only North American city with its old ramparts, bastions, gates and defensive walls still intact. The city was founded by French explorer Champlain in the early 17th century. By 1750, it has become the largest town in the then French colony of Nouvelle-France ("New France"). Today it is one of the best preserved fortified colonial cities in Canada. It was inscribed as a World Heritage Site during the 9th session of the World Heritage Committee meeting in Headquarters in Paris, France, on 2-6 December, 1985.

What to See in Historic District of Old Québec

World Heritage Site Inscription Details

Location: N 46 48 34 W 71 12 38
Inscription Year: 1985
Type of Site: Cultural
Inscription Criteria: IV, VI

Visiting Historic District of Old Québec

You can fly to Quebec from most major cities in North America including Montreal, Toronto, New York and Chicago. The Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) is just 20 minutes from downtown Quebec. Taxi from the airport will cost you a flat rate of C$32.50

View of Old Quebec
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Author: Gilbert Bochenek

Sights in Quebec City

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