Notre-Dame's twin towers have served as an Old Montreal landmark since the Neo-Gothic basilica was finished in 1829. Today they continue to be the focal point, where tourists disembark from buses and calèche drivers line up for passengers. The interior glows with gilded statuary and gold-leafed fleurs de lys, and is home to one of the largest pipe organs in the world. The Montreal Symphony Orchestra performs its Christmas production of Messiah here at the Basilique Notre-Dame de Montréal or the Notre-Dame Basilica.
Saint Joseph's Oratory in Montreal is the nation's largest church, its regal dome second in height only to St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. A small chapel dedicated to Saint Joseph was built at the site in 1904 by Brother André, renowned for his miraculous ability to heal the injured and ailing. He was later beatified in 1982 and canonized in 2010. Completed in 1960, the renaissance church that replaced the original shrine encompasses a basilica, a votive chapel lined with discarded crutches, and the heart of Brother André amongst several other treasures. Outside, the Stations of the Cross grace the sculpture garden where scenes from the film Jésus of Montréal were shot. The oratory itself is a striking beauty that dominates the skyline for miles around, its elegant dome rising high above the bucolic scene. One of the world's most revered Catholic shrines and an important place of pilgrimage, Saint Joseph's Oratory inspires wonder in the hearts of the devout and the simply curious.
Plans for the construction of the Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral first began in 1852, soon after Saint-Jacques Cathedral was destroyed by fire. At the behest of Ignace Bourget, the architect Victor Bourgeau was assigned the ambitious task of designing a cathedral in the image of the magnificent St Peter's Basilica in Rome. The architectural masterpiece was completed in 1894 and is renown today as one of Quebec's most revered religious sites. Inside a spectacular baldachin adorns the altar and elaborate paintings depict the early history of Montreal, while outside exquisitely wrought statues of the city's 13 patron saints watch over the people, replacing the 12 statues of Christ's apostles that adorn the exterior walls of St Peter's Basilica. The cathedral remains a sacred place of worship even as it attracts droves of tourists who are drawn to its austere beauty and artistic treasures.
Christ Church Cathedral is nestled within the central region of the city and has been serving it since the early 19th century. Designed by famed architect Frank Wills, Christ Church Cathedral is a great example of 19th-century Neo-Gothic architecture. Inspired by the Gothic-style churches of the 14th century, the cathedral displays some impressive architecture through intricate designs and awe-inspiring stone-work. Its aluminium steeple, square crossing tower and stone spire are some of its key features, which were considered a rare sight in its time.
Located in the cultural and tourism heart of Old Montreal, this neoclassic building dates from the mid-18th Century. It has been home to a city hall, a reception center, and public markets. In fact, following an 1849 fire in the Parliament Building, it became the seat of the United Canada Government. Today, following two restorations, the silver-domed building is used as an exhibition hall. It teems with sidewalk cafes, boutiques, souvenir shops and fine arts galleries. You will find everything from maps to fashion accessories and First People's art.
The Bank of Montreal is a building that was formerly occupied by a branch of the Bank of Montreal. This historic sandstone building was constructed in 1894 and features Queen Anne style of architecture with its Flemish motifs and shaped gables. The site was designated as a National Historic Site of Canada in 1990.
The Mihai Eminescu Statue is located at Plateau-Mont-Royal in Montreal, Canada. Sculpted by Vasile Gorduz, this monument represents Canadian-Romanian ties and presence of Romanians in Canada.
Église des Saints-Anges Gardiens also known as Paroisse Saints-Anges is a magnificent Romanesque Revival structure. Built between 1919 to 1920, it was designed by Dalbé Viau and Alphonse Venne. The parish was founded in the 17th Century and this is the fourth church on the site. The concrete interior was decorated by esteemed Canadian painter, Ozias Leduc. The 34 murals on the nave and majestic statue of the archangel Michael on the facade are wonderful works of craftsmanship. This statue was sculpted by Louis Jobin and is of wood with a copper covering.
Rue Sherbrooke or Sherbrooke street is one the biggest and the most prominent shopping streets in Montreal. There are antique shops that have some of the most unique collections, as well as showrooms of many local, national and international brands of clothes, accessories and jewelry. Shopping aside, the street also has some mid and high-ranged spas which are perfect for a relaxing afternoon. Culture enthusiasts will be thrilled by the art scene here, for some of the best art and collectible shops such as Pointe-a-Calliere and Musee des Beaux-Arts are situated here.
The Co-Cathedral of Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue is located at Longueuil, Quebec, Canada. This cathedral features the remains of the Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher, she founded the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. For more details, check website.
This masonic temple is a historical landmark that has been awarded the status of a National Historic Site of Canada.