Demographics show that Montreal residents come from 80 countries, forming an urban mosaic of vibrant ethnic communities and neighborhoods safe to walk in day or night. Visitors will detect a distinct British influence in parts of the city, inherent in the culture since the days when English merchants controlled the city's trade. All in all, it's easy to see why "cosmopolitan" is the adjective most used in describing Montreal.
Characteristically, there'is the famous joie de vivre - the ineffable combination of spirit and ambiance Montrealers exude without even trying. You will see it in the summertime cappuccino-sippers... more local info
Montreal has a large Irish-Canadian population who are proud of their heritage in buidling the city. It’s estimated that 40% of Quebec’s population has some Irish ancestry so St. Patrick’s Day is a big celebration in Montreal. On St Paddy’s Day in Montreal, everyone is Irish. The 2012 St. Patrick’s Parade will be held on March 18, 2012. Come down to the parade and celebrate. 12 more photos available... Read More
Come and sit with 2,000 butterflies as they settle fragrant flowers and bushed. Each winter Montreal’s Jardin Botanique hosts the Butterflies Go Free exhibit. Sit and take in the rainbow of colors as the butterflies flit through the Main Exhibition Greenhouse. There are 50 species of the most beautiful bugs in the world to enjoy. Photo by www.frontenddeveloper.com Listen to music while watching the incandescent Blue Morpho butterflies fly around the... Read More
Photo by John Walker Nuit Blanche is Montreal’s weekend-long arts festival that finishes off the Montreal Highlights Festival. Create your own itinerary from more than 165 indoor and outdoor activities featuring art, dance and music performances. It’s one of the wildest nights of the year when the whole city stays awake for the entire night. Restaurants, museums, clubs and cafes stay open to serve everyone. The highlight is the ART SOUTERRAIN... Read More
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Centre Bell
- Opened in 1996 and formerly known as the Molson Centre, Centre Bell remains the main venue for sports events and rock concerts. It's home to the...
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- Sports
- Downtown
- Nile Expert Tip: Take an Hall of Fame tours and visit the alumni lounge, press gallery, and current dressing room.
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Galerie Walter Klinkhoff
- One of the best-known fine arts galleries in the city, and located in one of its most prestigious areas, this gallery boasts a wide range of contemporary...
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- Art Museums/Galleries
- Downtown
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Basilique Notre-Dame
One Montreal's most famous landmark in Old Montreal, the breathtaking Basilique Notre-Dame was designed and built in 1829 by the protestant architect...
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- Attractions
- Old Montreal
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