FARINE FIVE ROSES
The gigantic "Farine Five Roses" neon sign on top of the old flour mill has become the most iconic feature in Montreal's skyline. The heritage site is located in the Western most area of the city's Old Port.
MONTREAL
In this design, PLB pays hommage to Montreal symbols and landmarks including Mount Royal, the Biosphere, Place Ville Marie, 1000 de la Gauchetière and the Metro.
HABITAT 67
Habitat 67 is an innovative and inspiring project built in the wake of Expo 67, which signalled Montreal was opening up to the world. It is the work of visionary architect Moshe Safdie. Made of modules seemingly floating above the Cité du Havre, this gigantic residential complex has been part of the Montreal landscape for over 50 years.
J ♥ MONTREAL
This design presents a series of six icons representing Montreal; the logo of the metro, the Biosphere, the sculpture of Alexander Calder at Piknic electronik (Parc Jean-Drapeau), the Olympic Stadium, a bicycle with a milk crate and St Joseph's oratory.
JACQUES CARTIER BRIDGE
The Jacques Cartier Bridge is an emblem of Montreal. It connects Montreal and the south shore, overlooking the St. Lawrence River.
MILE END RESERVOIR
This T-shirt is inspired by water towers and reservoirs that can be seen in major cities, such as New York or Montreal. This one makes particular reference to the Mile End in Montreal. The imposing building, built in 1924, and its water tower are distinctive elements of Montreal’s heritage that bear witness to the industrial past of the Mile-End district. This emblem is readily visible thanks to its location between St. Laurent Boulevard, Van Horne Avenue, and the Canadian Pacific railroad tracks.
GUARANTEED PURE MILK BOTTLE
The Guaranteed Pure Milk bottle stands next to the Lucien-L'Allier metro station and the Bell Centre. The water tower which appeared in the 1930s on the plant's rooftop offered publicity to the milk-processing company, founded in 1900 and sold in 1990.
POUTINE MONTREAL
Poutine is a typical and very popular dish in Quebec. Basically, it’s fried potatoes with fresh cheese on which you put a salty brown sauce.
MTL BIKE
Montreal has a lot to offer cycling enthusiasts in the way of bike paths, be it for leisure or to get to work. It is a great city in which to cycle, whether on an old beaten-down bike or on a BIXI, the self-service bicycle system created in 2009 for the city of Montreal.
DÉPANNEUR
The word “dépanneur” was coined in Quebec to designate small corner stores open late in the evening. These convenience stores have been in the Montreal landscape for a long time, allowing people to pick up food or necessities just around the corner when larger shops are closed. Many Montreal English-speakers have even adopted the abbreviated term, “dep.”
Montreal is known for its great artistic life, its festivals and its joie de vivre. The French and English languages rub shoulders in a natural way, and contribute to a creative effervescence. There is also a great deal of cultural diversity and large parks. In 2006, Montreal was designated a Unesco City of Design, for its strong concentration of design talent from all disciplines.
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8 of Montreal's Most Beautiful Neighbourhoods
Want to discover Montreal? Here are 8 of Montreal's most beautiful and iconic neighbourhoods.
The Plateau Mont-Royal
The Plateau Mont-Royal needs no introduction, it is one of the most sought-after neighbourhoods. Especially with the French who have decided to settle there. This has contributed to the opening of many French bakeries, and delicious French restaurants. The Plateau is one of Montreal's most beautiful neighbourhoods, with its architecture and bright colours that can be seen on postcards. It's in the center of it all, and the cultural and nightlife is bustling. The Plateau is a bit of a victim of its own success, for good reason, as housing is very unaffordable.
Villeray
The district of the famous singer Claude Léveillée, Villeray is full of small cafes and neighborhood restaurants of top quality. Just north of Jean-Talon Street, Villeray offers a good compromise between tranquility and neighbourhood life. We like to walk in the immense Jarry Park.
Rosemont
A working-class neighbourhood, Rosemont is a quiet neighbourhood where life is good. It is one of the largest boroughs in Montreal. It includes Little Italy, La Petite Patrie, Angus and Old Rosemont. There is also the famous Jean-Talon Market, where you can find products from Quebec farms and ingredients from around the world.
Mile-End
A trendy neighbourhood. It’s the perfect place to buy fresh Montreal bagels. There are also plenty of interesting shops and cafes. Park Avenue, and the proximity to Mount Royal makes it one of the coolest neighborhoods in Montreal.
Verdun
Once an unloved neighbourhood, Verdun is now coming back to life with Wellington Street, and all the young families who have come to settle there. It has the atmosphere of Mont-Royal Avenue, and as a bonus, access to the St. Lawrence River and a recently landscaped beach.
Griffintown
Griffintown has experienced a real estate boom with its condo towers with breathtaking views of Montreal and downtown. The advent of a whole new population has led to the emergence of several cafés and shops. Sometimes we feel like we're in New York.
Old Montreal
We love the charm of yesteryear and the history of Old Montreal; St-Paul Street, Notre-Dame Basilica, Bonsecours Market, and the Pointe-à-Callière Museum. We particularly like the Bota Bota spa in the Old Port, which offers incredible views of Montreal and the St. Lawrence River.
Outremont
A well-known neighborhood for the wealthy. Outremont is full of beautiful streets and big trees. It is a great place to walk or cycle to admire the beautiful houses and parks.