The western suburb of Québec (the Sainte-Foy—Sillery—Cap-Rouge) harbors many patrimonial treasures to discover.
Along the chemin Saint-Louis or the roads near the St. Lawrence River, parks, old villas and historic houses are evidence of the life of great English owners in Québec during the XIXth century or of the first Jesuit mission founded in New France. Themed exhibitions are also featured at many of these establishments.
You can also visit the Université Laval, the first French catholic university in America, first founded in the middle of Old Québec by Monseigneur de Laval in 1663. The musée de géologie and the Roger Van den Hende botanical Garden are among the attractions not to be missed.
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One of the most remarkable park of the capital city, Spencer Wood became a showcase for horticulture in North America, through the efforts of its owner, ...
1. Parc du Bois-de-Coulonge
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Villa Bagatelle was built in the picturesque English architectural style of the 19th century. Many exhibitions on topics including art, history and science ...
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Located at the site of the first Jesuit mission, which was founded in a bid to convert the nomadic Aboriginal people and encourage them to establish permanent ...
3. Maison des Jésuites de Sillery