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Quebec [a] ( French: Québec [kebɛk] ⓘ) [12] is one of the thirteen provinces and territories of Canada. It is the largest province by area [b] and the second-largest by population. Much of the population lives in urban areas along the St. Lawrence River, [13] between its most populous city, Montreal, and the provincial capital, Quebec City.
Discover Québec City. Its history, friendly vibe, and myriad attractions make it a stand‑out travel destination throughout the year. Must-See Attractions: Top 10 Things to Do Read.
4 days ago · Quebec. province, Canada. Also known as: French Canada, Québec. Written by. Michael D. Behiels. Professor of History, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Author of Quebec Since 1867; Co-editor of Canada, Its Regions and People. Michael D. Behiels. Fact-checked by. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica.
1. Old Québec. Stroll North America's oldest streets. Walk along the fortified walls surrounding this UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admire the view from every angle. For all its 400 years of incredible history, it’s still very much alive: magical in the winter and popping in the summer.
6 days ago · Quebec, city, port, and capital of Quebec province, Canada. One of the oldest cities in Canada—having celebrated its 400th anniversary in 2008—Quebec city has a distinct old-world character and charm.
Quebec City ( / kwɪˈbɛk / ⓘ or / kəˈbɛk /; [11] French: Ville de Québec ), officially Québec ( French pronunciation: [kebɛk] ), [12] is the capital city of the Canadian province of Quebec. As of July 2021, the city had a population of 549,459, [13] and the metropolitan area had a population of 839,311. [14] .
Quebec. As the only French-speaking region of North America, Quebec is unlike anywhere else on the continent. The majority of the population consists of French-Canadians, the descendants of 17th century French settlers who have resisted centuries of pressure to assimilate into Anglo society.
