Montréal Olympic Stadium, photo copyright © Yves Tremblay
Montréal: a city to discover!
Next summer, IHS 55 will offer hundreds of workshops, recitals, concerts, and more! But we also hope that during your stay you will find the time to experience some of Montréal’s attractions. Here is a little preview of what you can expect from the city.
First, Montréal is home to many, many, MANY parks, from city squares to large nature parks. Mount-Royal, a must see during your stay, offers 200 hectares of green space in the middle of the city, and it is conveniently located right next to Université de Montréal where the symposium will be held! And if you want more greenery, you can visit the Lafontaine of Maisonneuve parks which provide great spots for an outdoor escape without leaving the city.
Did you know Montréal is home to the tallest inclined tower in the world? The Olympic Stadium with its iconic tower was designed by French architect Roger Taillibert. It was built for the 1976 Summer Olympics, and with its 65,000 seats, it has since then welcomed hundreds of events such as baseball and football games, concerts by U2, Madonna, and many more. It is easily accessible by public transportation, and you can also visit the Space for Life Museums: the Botanical Garden, the Biodome, the Insectarium, and the Planetarium.
And finally, we could not pass on the famous Montréal-style bagel. It is an absolute must-try during your visit! It is different from the New York-style bagel. It is thinner, sweeter, and denser, and it is boiled in honey-sweetened water before being baked in a wood-fired oven. There are many different spots where you can find Montréal-style bagels—some of them have been around for decades. Make sure to let us know what you think of Montréal bagels next summer!
We hope this gives you a taste of what the city has to offer. We are looking forward to seeing you next summer!
- The IHS 55 team
To register for IHS 55, visit www.ihs55.org. Early bird discounts are available until April 1st!
