Quebec City (that's in Canada!)

Brett and I just spent a long weekend in the charming (and francophone) city of Quebec to celebrate our anniversary. Every time I would tell someone I was going to Quebec, I would get a blank stare. Strange. Did they not like Quebec? Did they not understand my pronunciation? Or had they never heard of Quebec? My gut tells me it was the latter. Shame, shame. Oh, well. Most Americans don't know the first thing about our "lesser" neighbor to the North, so that's the way it goes. Anyway, it was my first trip up there, too, so I can't say I knew a whole lot about Quebec beforehand (well, except that it was located in Cananda and was French-speaking!).

We had a great weekend, in spite of the cool weather and pesky rain. The city is charming. You feel like you are in Europe, but magically you have no jet lag! We shopped, ate, toured, and visited the Montmorency Falls and a few other outlying sights. Rejuvenating and beautiful. (Don't let the photos fool you, it rained 75% of the time we were there!)


The St. Lawrence river runs along the city of Quebec.


Handsome Brett in front of the Chateau Frontenac.

Variety of art for sale.

The bright side of the rain: a rainbow several times a day!

Charming centuries-old architecture.

Feels like Brittany, France to me.

A view from the lower town up to the Chateau Frontenac (now a hotel). The walk back up was a great work-out (and a great way to burn off all those pastries and desserts!).

The powerful Montmorency Falls (higher than Niagra Falls, but not as wide). Yes, we crossed the foot-bridge above the falls. The power of the water coming over the edge was amazing from so close a perspective. Pierce asked us if we got our suits on and went down the slide! Ha!

The Chateau Frontenac (view from the water).

The massive Basillica of St. Anne (about 20 minutes outside of the city). Anne was Mary's mother, and this basillica was built in her honor. It is a major pilgrimmage site, especially for those with physical ailments who have heard of its healing powers.