Depiction of Jacques Cartiers meeting with the indigenous people of Stadacona in 1535.
The Battle of Sainte-Foy in 1760. Although victorious in battle, the French could not retake Quebec City.
British regulars and Canadian militia engage the Continental Army in the streets of the city. The Americans failure to take Quebec in 1775 led to the end of their campaign in Canada.
Mackenzie King, Winston Churchill, Franklin Roosevelt, and the Earl of Athlone (left-to-right) at the First Quebec Conference, a secret military conference held in World War II.
Parts of the city is built on the Promontory of Quebec, a plateau that rests on top of steep escarpments.
With a large range of French, Canadian and European cuisine, Qu_bec is a food-loverês paradise. French-Canadian cuisine is most prevalent in the region, with dishes like tourtieres (pies filled with meat and spices) and Tire sur la Neige (fresh, hot maple syrup poured on snow to create a fudge-like candy). Poutine (french fries topped with gravy and cheese curds) is also a must-try for tourists. Qu_bec is also famous for all its cheese, and its startling variety of rich cheese. There is also a variety of shawarma available on the streets.
Food for Indians in Quebec City
The best Indian restaurants in the area are the Shahi Tandoori,Epices De LêInde and the Delices De LêInde. Pushapês restaurant is the best option for Jain food in the area, with a large selection of vegetarian Indian food.