The Citadel of Quebec

Local nameLa Citadelle de Québec
LocationLévis, Quebec, Canada

The Citadelle of Quebec, also known as La Citadelle, is an active military installation and the secondary official residence of both the Canadian monarch and the governor general of Canada. It is located atop Cap Diamant, adjoining the Plains of Abraham in Quebec City, Quebec. The citadel contains the oldest military building in Canada, and forms part of the fortifications of Quebec City, which is one of only two cities in North America still surrounded by fortifications, the other being Campeche, Mexico.

The strategic importance of Cap Diamant was recognized by the French as early as 1608. Several defensive fortifications were built on the site first by the French, and then by the British after their conquest of New France. The modern citadel was built from 1820 to 1850, in effort to secure Quebec City against a potential American attack.

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Admission

Adults: $16
Seniors, students: $14
Children (7 - 17): $6
Family (2 + 3): $36

More information and contact

Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citadelle_of_Quebec

Official Website http://www.lacitadelle.qc.ca/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CitadelleQuebec

YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/user/museeroyal?blend=5&ob=5

Phone +141 8694 2815

Address 1 Côte de la Citadelle, QC G1R, Québec City, Canada

Coordinates 46°48'26.84" N -71°12'26.731" E

Tours and activities: The Citadel of Quebec

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Quebec City Walking Tour

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Quebec City Shore Excursion: Grand Walking Tour of Quebec City

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