Levis, Quebec.

Had a slow start today. Spent a couple of hours talking with the owners of the B&B plus another couple (they were visiting from Montreal, the woman had been in NZ on exchange in the early 90's.

While in Prescott we visited Fort Wellington (established in 1812 to defend that part of the St Lawrence River from American invasion, the yanks declared war on Canada i.e. Britian in 1812). after a few skirmishes with the Americans a british regiment attacked Odgeburgh (on the US side of the St.Lawrence) and forced the US force to retire, thereby capturing their fort. In the 1830's the fort was added to as Canada faced a revolt from within, aided by US supporters. later on the 1830 or40's it was maned as US Irish planned to capture parts of Ontario, New Brunswick etc and hold them ransom (to free Ireland from the English).

Today we had period costumed interpreters and witnessed a firing of the rifle of the day.

After leaving Prescott I finally saw a bulk carrier on the St. Lawrence.

From Prescott it was on to Quebec. We headed for Levis, across the river from Quebec City. What a journey. We got gridlocked trying to by pass Montreal. Spent well over an hour trying to get through the tunnel under the St. Lawrence. Due to a smash or something all 3 lanes were blocked. So many big rigs etc. Mind you their freeways leave a lot to be desired. You have 6 lanes (3 to your left and 3 to your right joining your 3 lanes. The signage left a lot to be desired. what was meant to be a 1 hour by pass of Montreal took well over 2 hours.

Still we got through and arrived in Levis early in the evening. At dusk looking across to Quebec city all lit up was a great sight.

The town/city of Levis is very european, hard to believe one is in Canada. The B&B is well plaved on a terrace looking straight across to old Quebec City. We will take a ferry across tomorrow morning.