This morning we did not have anything planned so we planned to just wander around and see what we missed yesterday. ......well, that was the plan but the weather was rainy so we just stayed on board.
This afternoon we have a Celebrity Tour booked...the only reason we booked with Celebrity is that this is an afternoon tour and if we are late returning to the ship...it can't leave without us!!
St-Anne-de-Beaupre & Montmorency Falls
Our first stop was at the spectacular Montmorency Falls. Cascading down a 272-foot cliff, Montmorency Falls are 1.5 times as high as Niagara Falls. The view was breathtaking and we could see the powerful forces of natures as the water of the Montmorency River roars down the cliff to eventually meet with the St. Lawrence River.
Post card with best view of the falls...
Views from bridge over falls
Duke of Kent's summer home at Montmorency Falls.
View of falls from highway
Bridal Falls
We then drove along the St. Lawrence River to the world-renowned shrine of St-Anne-de-Beaupre. With over 1.5 million visitors and pilgrims making their way to the shrine each year, St-Anne has become one of the most important Catholic sites in North America.
Located along the famous Beaupre Coast and the St. Lawrence River, our journey took us along the Chemin de Roy (King's Road). Built in 1724, the route was the first road in Canada suitable for vehicle traffic.
St-Anne-de-Beaupre..... Built in gothic style, the most prominent structure is the Basilica. The impressive cross-shaped building is covered with granite and lighted by over 200 stained glass windows.
The sun came out as we got to St.-Anne-de-Beaupre giving us a glorious visit to a beautiful place! Best color we have seen for the entire trip.
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