A Glimpse into the Past: The Historical Map of Québec City, 1906

 

Attention all Québec (Canada) enthusiasts, history buffs, and cartography aficionados!

We invite you on a historical journey with an incredibly detailed map of Québec City (scale 1:20,600) dating back to the late 19th century. This rare and exquisite piece offers a striking, clear view of the city before its modern transformation.

What Can You Discover on This Map?

St. Charles River (R. St. Charles): See the river and the natural boundaries of the city as they appeared during that era.

Louise Embankment and Basin: Traces of the intense maritime activity of the time, highlighting Québec's historical significance as a major port city.

Historical Landmarks and Areas: Key institutions and structures are clearly marked, including the Citadel, the Convent of the Sacred Heart, the General Hospital, and even the Asylum of that period, allowing you to understand the city's social and architectural fabric.

Plains of Abraham: Observe the original boundaries and surrounding development of this iconic field, the site of historical battles.

Detailed Street Grid: An opportunity to examine the network of historic streets, many of which (like St. Jean St., St. Louis St.) still exist today.

This map is not merely a geographical document; it is a priceless visual record of the history of urbanization in Canada and North America.