Quebec City: Canada’s Only Walled City and UNESCO Site

Quebec City: The Only Walled City North of Mexico

Historic buildings of Quebec City with overlay text: 'Quebec City is the only walled city north of Mexico - a UNESCO World Heritage Site.’

Informational graphic about Quebec City as the only fortified city north of Mexico, highlighting its 1600s origins, preserved stone walls, and UNESCO World Heritage status.

Map of Quebec City showing the historic walls and fortified layout of Old Quebec.

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Quebec City is the only walled city north of Mexico - a historic gem and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Quebec City holds a rare distinction - it is the only walled city north of Mexico, and one of the best-preserved examples of fortified colonial architecture in North America. Founded in the early 1600s, it served as a strategic stronghold for New France. The stone ramparts, gates, and military structures still surround Old Quebec, creating a tangible link to Canada's colonial past. Because of its historical and cultural importance, the city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This remarkable fact is part of the country’s living history and is included in materials used for Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation, Discover Canada Study Help, and Canadian Citizenship Practice resources. It’s a must-know for anyone learning how to pass the Canadian Citizenship Test and discover more about Canada’s unique heritage.

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