Reminiscences of Quebec: Derived From Reliable Sources; For the Use of Travellers (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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IT is to be regretted that our American friends generally visit Quebec as the last lion in their1 tour, and commonly embark in the steamboat from Mon-f treal, remain'twenty-four hours, and then return, with out seeing any thing ex'cept. A cursory Vicar of the city; whereas Quebec and the environs abound in the most romantic and charming views, certainly not equalled in Canada, and to all admirers of the beau-f ties of nature affording a rich treat. From the, Ci tadel'the' view of the Opposite banks of the Saint Lawrence, crowned by extensive plains, termis mated by aerial mountains, the distant shores? Of Beauport, the chains'of mountains extending to Cape Tourment, with the island of Orleans between the shores, forming the magnificent basin of Quebec, offers a coup-d'oail hardly surpassed on earth. From this spot the Splendid panorama of the city and coun try needs no remark - it is unrivalled indeed the boasted Bay of Naples will not gain much in the comparison. The ramparts above the Esplanade afford a delightful and extensive view the eye rests with a peculiar feeling'on the small group o'f'hills which forms the portal to the wilderness, un'trod by anyhuman being except the Indian hunter, as far as Hudson's Bay. We must not overlook that modern' addition to'the agreeable walksof Quebec, Durham Terrace. It is constructed upon the site of the old Chateau St'. Louis, and presents a splendid view of the harbour. In the u per garden attached to the Chateau stands an obe isk, erected by subscription.

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