Visit Montréal, Canada

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French is the official language of the city of Montreal, Canada, spoken by upwards of 60% of the population and French customs and traditions make this a most unique North American city. In fact, the only city in the world with more citizens that primarily speak French is Paris. Montreal is the 2nd most populous city in Canada. Old Montreal, a section of the city that has been preserved with cobbled streets and building facades, is remindful of villages in Europe. You can visit historic buildings and churches and tour museums and art galleries in Old Montreal all the while on foot or by horse drawn carriage. Shopping along St. Catherine Street is also a favorite pursuit of visitors with many unique high-end boutique shops. Montreal is the home to the famous Cirque du Soleil with all of its jugglers, acrobats and dancers that have made their productions so captivating and all of their shows debut in Montreal. The St. Lawrence River runs through Montreal. St. Helen and Nortre Dame Islands, easily accessible from the city, are worthy of day trips that provide for a number of interesting diversions. One of the largest botanical gardens in the world can be found in Montreal along with the largest amusement park in Eastern Canada, La Ronde. Montreal boasts vibrant nightlife with a broad selection of restaurants, clubs and theaters that will please everyone. There is outdoor theater in the summertime, opera and the world famous Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montreal starts its season here every October. A visit to a sophisticated city with language, customs and traditions preserved from a different part of the world may very well be the trip you have been dreaming about. Consider visiting Montreal, Canada and start planning the details now.

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