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Située dans l'arrondissement historique du Vieux-Québec, qui a été classé patrimoine mondial en 1985 par l' Unesco, la Place-Royale, dont la SODEC est propriétaire de 26 immeubles, est délimitée par la rue Saint-Pierre, la côte de la Montagne et la rue du Petit-Champlain.
Feb 7, 2006 · Located in Québec City's lower town, along the St. Lawrence River, Place Royale burgeoned alongside the second habitation built by Samuel de CHAMPLAIN between 1623 and 1626. On a plan showing Québec City in 1660, Jean Bourdon identified the area as a parade ground (place d'armes).
Place Royale is where Samuel de Champlain founded the City of Québec in 1608. With buildings that combine French and British influences and the oldest stone church in North America, the square has a charm all its own.
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Place-Royale is one of the most eloquent witnesses to Québec’s French origins. This lively public square was the city’s commercial hub until the mid-19th century. Hundreds of thousands of people visit it each year to experience the faithfully recreated atmosphere of New France.
As the heart of Lower Town, Place Royale embodies the soul of Quebec City. A trip to this historic square isn’t just about charming shops and cobblestone streets; it’s a journey through time, starting with Samuel de Champlain, the city’s founder.
Apr 9, 2020 · Place Royale is a historic square located in the Lower Town (Basse-Ville) neighborhood of Old Quebec. Most notably, it’s where French Civilization originated in North America.