A few of my favorite things

Monday afternoon I visited a few of my favorite spots - Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Montreal, Old Port and the Farine Five Roses sign.  The sun came out in the afternoon - a perfect day for a walk.

First stop, Notre Dame Cathedral.   They charge to look around, but it's worth it.  The cathedral is a breathtaking work of art.  I overheard a tour guide saying it took over 20 years to finish the inside decor.  The painted ceilings and columns are works of art in of themselves. The alter is mesmerizing.  I sat for a long time trying to take it all in.  I've been here before, but had to see it a again.

Next, I headed through Old Montreal.  I love the cobblestone streets and old buildings. We headed back down to Old Montreal tonight for dinner.  There are lots of fantastic restaurants down there.  Tonight's dinner - coq au vin.  Very good.

Old Port was another stop for me today.  I walked along the river looking at ships and the old grain silos.  I love the industrial look of this area.  It's a very peaceful walk.  I continued farther than I've gone before.  I wanted to get close to the old flour mill to get a picture of the sign.  I love this sign at night.  It's a landmark in Montreal. 

By the end of the day, my feet and legs were hurting from all the walking today.  I spent most of the day walking around.  Tomorrow I'll give them a little break.  I'm going to take the metro to the old Olympic park and the biodome.  This will be my first time on the metro.  Hoping I don't get lost.