Map Showing Location of Montreal on Canada map
Interestingly, it is originally known as 'Ville-Marie', or 'City of Mary'; however, the present name of city is derived from Mont-Royal.
The official language of the city is French. It is the second largest French speaking city in the world after Paris. Surprisingly, Montreal has been consistently maintaining good position in the list of world's most livable cities. It is also known as "Canada's Cultural Capital" given by Monocle Magazine. Furthermore, it is also named as 'UNESCO City of Design'.
Moreover, at present, Montreal is the center of aerospace, finance, business, commerce, pharmaceuticals, technology, culture, film, and tourism. As per the report given by 2009 preliminary rankings of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), Montreal was named as number one host city for international association events of North America.
Country: Canada
Province: Quebec
Location: South-east of Canada
Established: 1832
Area (metro): 4,259 km2
Area Codes: 514, 438, & 450, 579 (metro)
Moreover, at present, Montreal is the center of aerospace, finance, business, commerce, pharmaceuticals, technology, culture, film, and tourism. As per the report given by 2009 preliminary rankings of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), Montreal was named as number one host city for international association events of North America.
Interesting Facts about Montreal
Country: Canada
Province: Quebec
Location: South-east of Canada
Established: 1832
Area (metro): 4,259 km2
Area Codes: 514, 438, & 450, 579 (metro)