Quebec City

Quebec City feels a bit like a European city.  

Probably because it was founded by the French in 1541. 

It has quaint cobblestone streets, fanciful signs a la Salzburg, and a castle - more or less.  

That's the Chateau Frontenac of course.  It's actually a hotel.  

And no we didn't stay there.  Although we did have lunch in the pretty terrace restaurant.  

Since it is in the upper town it towers over the city. 

You can also still see fragments of Quebec's city wall.  It's the only fortified city north of Mexico where they still exist. 

I don't recall having any communication issues so people do speak English, even if French is their first language.  

Probably the best thing about visiting is that it's such a short flight when compared to visiting Europe.  

And it is cool in the summer when NYC is in the 90's and sweaty.

Cheers!

PJ

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