Montréal

From PinkApproved

A magnet for world travelers and one of the world's most exciting metropolises, few cities can compare with Montreal. Founded early in the 16th century and dubbed "Mount Royal" by French explorer Jacques Cartier, Montreal is modern, cosmopolitan and alive with culture. The City abounds in buildings which reflect a rich architectural heritage, particularly in the fascinating and historic Old Montreal and Old Port areas. The city's Olympic facilities, casino, high-rise central business core, 30 kilometer underground city and four university campuses attest to the economic vitality of Montreal. The combination of these features appeals to visitors worldwide and has helped to make this largely French-speaking metropolis a major player on the international scene.

Montreal is located on the island of the same name in the St. Lawrence River. At the crossroads of French, English and a myriad of other cultures, Montreal owes its unique character to history... and Montrealers have made their city a warm, welcoming destination.

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Did You Know?
What makes Montréal unique? It's hard to even know where to begin! Here are a few of our favorite "fun facts" about Montréal City in Canada:

• Montréal is the first major city in the world to release an urban Geotourism MapGuide
• Along with Celine Dion, the Olympic stadium and the Canadiens hockey team, the bagel is probably one of Montreal’s best known symbols, The first Montreal bagel was sold in 1919.
• Downtown Montréal is the most important commercial centre in Canada with over 3,000 businesses.
• The Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is one of the most important in Canada with direct flights to over 120 international destinations.
• Québec uses the metric system, so speeds are indicated in kilometres (100 km/h = 62 mph) and gas is sold in litres (3 3/4 litres = 1 US gallon). Even though road signs are in French, most of them use international symbols.
• It is home to an "Underground City", a climate-controlled labyrinth of 2000 shops, spread over an area of 18 miles.
• Montréal lies at the base and the foot of Mt. Royal, from where the place received its name. Around this mountain lies a large wooded park that extends till the center of the city.