Why is Montreal so great?


Why is Montreal so great? Culture at the heart of urban life Montreal has a happy mix of past, present and future. In many places, heritage buildings are nestled next to modern ones, which makes strolling through the city a visual treat. Art lovers will find lots to do, with a vibrant choice of museums, murals, libraries and festivals!


What are 10 facts about Montreal?

10 facts about Montreal
  • Montreal hosted the first Olympics ever held in Canada in the summer of 1976. ...
  • You know the song Give Peace a Chance by John Lennon and Yoko Ono? ...
  • Mount Royal Park was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, who also designed Central Park in New York City.


Is Montreal mostly English?

Most of Quebec's English-speaking population resides in the Montreal region on the Island of Montreal. The population is concentrated in the West Island and in the western half of Montreal's urban core, where there is a large network of English-language educational, social, cultural, economic, and medical institutions.