Parliament Hill, Quebec City

Parliament Hill is situated in Quebec City, specifically within the La Cité-Limoilou borough, encompassing the Vieux-Québec—Cap-Blanc—colline Parlementaire and Saint-Jean-Baptiste districts. Alongside the Quebec Parliament Building, this area also features a handful of shopping streets, residential neighborhoods, and public green spaces. Parliament Hill is adorned with numerous monuments, bronze statues, parks, squares, and promenades.

The construction of the Parliament Building took place between 1877 and 1886. This grand structure comprises four wings that form a substantial square. Its architectural design, influenced by the Louvre Palace in Paris, distinguishes it as one of the few French-style institutional buildings in Quebec City. It holds the distinction of being Quebec's oldest historic site and serves as the seat of the provincial government. The building's primary facade boasts 26 bronze statues honoring significant historical figures, making it an intriguing location brimming with hidden stories and unexpected discoveries.

Directly in front of the Parliament Building stands the Fontaine de Tourny, capturing the attention of passersby with its 43 water jets and sculpted figures. Originally installed in Bordeaux, France, in 1857, the fountain was removed in 1960 and subsequently stumbled upon by a Quebec City businessman during a visit to a Paris flea market. He decided to acquire and gift it to the City of Quebec for its 400th anniversary. The fountain was transported to Quebec City, meticulously restored, and then presented to the city.

Notably, in 1985, the parliamentary building complex was designated as a National Historic Site of Quebec.