Montreal is undoubtedly one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities - with just over one million residents. Culturally it is an exciting blend of the new and the old world.
Modern Montreal is a beautiful city with designer boutiques, renowned restaurants and exciting nightclubs.
Old Montreal has fantastic colonial architecture including the lovely Basilica de Notre Dame.
To get a good panoramic view of the city go to Mont-Royal Park.
The Botanical Garden of Montreal has 180 acres of garden. Nearby is the Olympic Stadium.
Ile Notre-Dame in the St Lawrence River is the site of Expo 67. It has recreational facilities for all seasons.
Next to it is Ile Ste-Helene. Here stands the Old Fort and David M. Stewart Museum and the amusement park of La Ronde.
