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Place Royale. 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. This is the precise location where Samuel de Champlain built the first permanent French settlement in the Americas.
Birthplace of French America. 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.
Charming European like Square! Place Royal is located in a central point in the lower village of Old Quebec. It is where the city was founded by Samuel Champlain the the 1600’s. Now it is a picturesque area surrounded by stores and restaurants and the focal point is the church Notre Dame des Victoires.
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A visit to Place Royale is not simply a stroll through a square; it’s a walk through the footsteps of history, a chance to connect with Champlain’s vision, and marvel at the rich tapestry woven by countless stories of victory and resilience. So, take your time, explore, and allow the spirit of Quebec City to captivate you.
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). In 1685 Robert de Villeneuve called it a marketplace, which ...
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. Place Royale contains one of the largest collections of well-preserved 17th and 18th century buildings in the continent, and it’s one of North America’s oldest ...
