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Quebec - Interesting Facts

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The Capital of Quebec
Quebec City is the capital of Quebec. Despite Montreal being larger and more internationally known, Quebec City has been the political capital of the Quebec province since 1867.

Architectural Heritage
Quebec City is home to some of the oldest buildings in North America. The NotreDamedesVictoires, constructed in 1688, is one of them and it still stands in Place Royale.

Language
The official language of Quebec is French, making it the only Canadian province that is predominantly Frenchspeaking. Over 80% of residents speak French as their first language.

Quebec Winter Carnival
The Quebec Winter Carnival is a major winter event and among the largest winter festivals in the world. The festival includes snow sculptures, ice canoe races, and night parades.

Montreal: A City Of Festivals
Montreal is often referred to as the 'city of festivals', holding over 100 multiday events annually. Some of these include the International Jazz Festival and the Just for Laughs comedy festival.

Distinct Legal System
Quebec follows civil law based on the French system, unlike the rest of Canada which follows common law. This is due to its French colonial history.

The Montreal Underground City
Montreal houses an 'Underground City', a subterranean network of shops, restaurants, and offices that spans almost 33 kilometers. It was designed to avoid the harsh winter weather.

World’s Largest Maple Syrup Producer
Quebec is the world’s largest maple syrup producer, responsible for about 72% of the global supply. Every spring, the province takes part in 'la cabane à sucre' or 'sugar shack' traditions.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site
The historic district of Old Quebec was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985. It’s one of the few North American cities where the old city walls remain intact.

Ice Hotel
Quebec is host to North America’s only Ice Hotel, made entirely of snow and ice. The hotel is located 10 minutes from downtown Quebec City and is rebuilt every December.

Extensive Bike Path Network
Quebec boasts over 5000 kilometers of connected bike paths throughout the province, the longest network in North America. They are part of Route Verte, a panQuebec initiative established in 1995.

The Chateau Frontenac
The Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City holds the Guinness World Record for the most photographed hotel in the world. The historic hotel opened in 1893 and is a designated National Historic Site of Canada.

Island City
Montreal is located on an island the Island of Montreal. It’s the most populous island in Canada and the 3rd most populous island in North America.

Largest Church in Canada
Saint Joseph's Oratory in Montreal is the largest church in Canada and has one of the world's biggest domes. It’s a national shrine and a major pilgrimage site, attracting 2 million visitors annually.

Montreal's Olympic Stadium
Montreal's Olympic Stadium, built for the 1976 Summer Olympics, features the largest leaning tower in the world. The tower, named ""Montreal Tower"", stands 175 meters tall and leans at a 45degree angle.

Winter Sports
Quebec is well known for winter sports such as ice hockey, ice fishing, snowboarding, and skiing. The province is home to some of the best ski slopes in North America.

WorldClass Universities
Quebec is home to several worldclass universities known for their research contributions, such as McGill University and Université de Montréal.

The Cirque du Soleil
The worldrenowned Cirque du Soleil originated from Quebec. Established in 1984, it has become the largest theatrical producer in the world.

Quebec Cuisine
Quebecois cuisine is unique in North America, featuring dishes like tourtière (a meat pie), poutine (fries with cheese curds and gravy), and smoked meat sandwiches.

The Biodome
The Biodome in Montreal is a popular attraction housing four different ecosystems from the Americas. Originally built as a velodrome for the 1976 Olympics, it was converted into a nature exhibit in 1992.

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