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Canada is the largest country on the American continent and ranks second in area after Russia. About 40000000 people live here. The capital of the state is the city of Ottawa. However, the most popular place in Canada in terms of attractions is the city of Montreal, where you can go, having received a visa together with http://helpvisa.com.ua/kanada.
Notre Dame de Montreal is one of the oldest basilicas on the entire North American continent. Its height is 70 meters, and since 1989 this monument of architecture has been given the status of a national monument. The first mention of the church in this place dates back to 1672. Then it was the only Catholic church in the whole city. As a result of a fire at the end of the 18th century, the church was completely destroyed. They decided to build a new cathedral on the site of the old building. Construction began in the 19th century. The temple is completely built of stone in the Neo-Gothic architectural style.
The next recommended place to visit in the city is the Oratory of St. Joseph. In the church, Canadian Catholics gather for a pilgrimage. Every hour, the oratory of St. Joseph is visited by approximately 2 million people. Ego Hall, designed for the simultaneous presence of 10000 parishioners. There are 278 steps leading to the entrance to the church. They need to be overcome on your knees.
Plant lovers should go to the botanical garden of the city of Montreal. There are about 20000 different plants from all over the world. In the summer, you can take a ride on an improvised railway through the greenhouses of the garden.
In the city of Taranto there is a magnificent castle built in the neo-Gothic style. Casa Loma was built at the beginning of the 20th century. Translated from Spanish, its name translates as "house standing on a hill". Today, the palace complex has been turned into a museum, where you can see archaeological exhibits that belonged to the Indians.
Here you can also visit the local zoo. It is the largest in North America. There are about 5000 different animals in the zoo. The territory of "paradise for animals" is divided into thematic zones, where everyone can find something of their own.
Chateau Frontenac is located in the city of Quebec. Previously, it was a fortress that towered over the city. At the moment, this is one of the best hotels in Canada. The interior decoration of the castle amazes the imagination with the magnificence of sculptures and carved stucco on the doors of the rooms.
It is worth visiting Canada to get acquainted with its historical sights.
