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Visiting Montreal? Head to these places for a grand time Image source: trover.com Boasting of a rich history, Montreal bustles with a wonderful culture. The populous city can be overwhelming for tourists, especially when they have no idea about which places to visit. Peter Triassi, Montreal resident, shares on this blog post some of the places to enjoy when visiting his hometown. Montrealers take street fairs seriously. Open throughout the year, street fairs on main thoroughfares and neighborhoods can acquaint tourists with great food, exclusive product finds, and tasteful music. The streets of Old Montreal are majestic and inviting, with an incredible architecture built as early as the 17th century. The cobblestoned district is the primary site of the country's French roots. Old Montreal is home to some of the city's beloved restaurants, museums, and shopping boulevards, notes Peter Triassi. Image source: traveler.marriott.com The Notre-Dame Basil...

Kids in Montreal: Six family-friendly activities to do

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Montreal belongs to the list of the most beautiful cities to explore. The city is not exclusive to lone travelers or couples on a honeymoon. In fact, Montreal boasts of activities families can enjoy while they visit. Montreal native Peter Triassi shares on this post a few them. Families who are up for an adventure can zip and climb above the Old Port , perfect for getting a bird’s eye view of the city. The whole family can take a ride on the MTL Zipline and head to the Voiles en Voiles amusement park for a fun-filled day. Visit Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium to open up a child’s mind to the wonders of astronomy and the solar system. Seeing the stars will leave the kids (and adults) awestruck! Head to Atrium Le 1000 to experience the heated indoor ice rink. Both a treat for parents and kids, the rink has music booming and technicolor lights beaming while you skate. Play mini-golf at Putting Edge Centre-Ville and be filled with astonishment by the vivid colors of its environm...

Five interesting facts about Montreal

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Traveling to a new place is always exciting. There are many places to see and explore in Canada. Montreal is the province of Quebec's largest city and is known for being a place that welcomes people from different parts of the world. Peter Triassi, a resident of Montreal, shares five interesting facts about his home. Image source: Wikimedia.org Image source: Forbes.com 1. Mount Royal Park was designed by the same person behind Central Park in New York. Landscape architect and public administrator Frederick Law Olmsted was the man who conceptualized the city's widest greenspace that people enjoy even to this day. 2. Underground City allows locals and tourists to enjoy the city when the weather doesn't permit them to enjoy the outdoors. This urban center connects to metro stations and houses many shops and restaurants. This one-of-a-kind metropolis shows the city's modern side. 3. For Peter Triassi, Montreal is a melting pot of diverse cult...