6 Historic Urban Neighborhoods to Explore Around the World
Thursday, July 6, 2023
Though the region was known for its fur trade long before, the neighborhood of Old Montreal has origins dating back to 1642, when French settlers first began to develop this area along the St. Lawrence River. |
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| This once-thriving port neighborhood no longer serves the important commercial function it once did, but it remains an architectural and historical gem. Old Montreal features ornate Gothic-style buildings left and right, with structures dating back to the 17th century that still stand today. Impressive cathedrals, including the Notre-Dame Basilica — which opened in 1829 — make the neighborhood even more picturesque. |
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