Montreal

Montreal is one really unique city of Canada. Being formerly the economical capital of the country now it is flushing with its cultural life and differentiates from the standard North American metropolis by far. The city of Montreal is situated on an island in French speaking Quebec province of Canada and this adds even more incredibility to this beautiful city. It is a city that has turned the “joy of live” in its motto and goal – this is the thing that the otherwise very different people of Montreal seem to be best at – to live with joy and fun. The "joie de vivre" is palpable and contagious in this vibrant, culturally diverse and cosmopolitan city of two million inhabitants. Whether sipping a cappuccino at an outdoor café, gambling at the huge Casino de Montreal complex or exploring historic Old Montreal, you can't escape without experiencing the excitement and energy that pervade the entire city. Montreal draws tourists year-round, even a series of cold winter days (and it does get frigid) can be avoided in the vast Underground City with its restaurants, stores, walkways and subway, or enjoyed through the broad array of winter sports. The truly international flavor here is evident in the numerous fine restaurants, with cuisine from around the world, and in the self-contained ethnic communities, like Little Italy, a lively area of espresso bars and delectable cuisine. For sizzling nightlife, check out the Rue Crescent's myriad clubs, bars and restaurants. The historical division between the French and English influence has significantly lessened, but distinctive sections still remain. When visiting this special city we would recommend you to check out what events are available in the reach entertainment program of the city. There may be many festivals, sports events, entertainment weeks and much, much more only in a small period of time. It is a good idea to select a time for your visit when there will be many events that may interest you personally. The vast network of public transportation combined with the attractive horse drown calèche-s will show you all the beauty of Montreal in a very convenient and safe way. Some of the thousands events that take place in Montreal are: the Fête de Neiges (Festival of Snow), the St Patrick's Day Parade, the International Fireworks Festival, the Canadian Grand Prix of Formula 1 races, the Montréal Jazz Festival, the Just-for-Laughs Comedy Festival, the Du Maurier Classic: a fairly large Tennis Tournament, Montréal's International Gay and Lesbian Pride Festival, the Montreal World Film Festival and the Fant-Asia Film Festival. There is everything for everyone looking for modern fun. The landmarks of Montreal that you shold not miss visiting this marvelous city are: Old town Montreal, Place Ville-Marie, Atwater Market, Concordia University, Montreal Tower Observatory and Guided Tour, Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours Chapel, City Hall, Notre-Dame-des-Neiges Cemetery, Place d'Armes, Champ-de-Mars. And don't forget - there are tons more of attractions, activities and interesting places to see in the city of Montreal, visit them and write here at HolidayStreets.com about their beauty and mystery!