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Plains of Abraham
A large historic park on the heights above the St. Lawrence, site of a decisive battle in 1759.
- Editor's score
- 4.6
- Visit
- 1 h 30
- Price
- Free
About
Here British forces under James Wolfe defeated the French under the Marquis de Montcalm in 1759, a turning point in the history of North America. Both commanders were mortally wounded. Today the battlefield is a spacious urban park with lawns, gardens and Martello towers, used for concerts and festivals.
Best time to go: Walk here on a fine afternoon, following the paths along the cliff edge above the river.
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