| Cacouna | ||
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| State | Canada | |
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| Federated state | Quebec | |
| Region | Bas-Saint-Laurent | |
| Territory | Southeastern Quebec | |
| Surface | 63.10 km² | |
| Inhabitants | 2.002 (2014) | |
| POSTAL CODE | 12057 | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 | |
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Cacouna is a city of Quebec, in Canada.
To know
The town of Cacouna, famous for its splendid sunsets and historical architecture, has been included in the list of Most beautiful villages in Québec.
Geographical notes
In southeastern Quebec, the country overlooks the St. Lawrence River estuary, where there is a deep-water port, Gros-Cacouna, very important for the economy of the country and the entire region.
Background
The first settlements on the territory of Cacouna date back to 1721 and became more important around the year 1765 when a group of Acadians settled in the area. The town was officially founded in 1798, while the parish dates back to 1835.
Between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century, with the construction of the railway between Rivière-du-Loup and the maritime provinces, many wealthy English-speaking families of Montreal and of Toronto they decided to build luxurious summer residences in the area. In this period, during the summer season, the town came alive and hosted numerous parties.
Thanks to the pressure of the banker Hugh Montagu Allen who had built his own summer residence near Cacouna, the Château Montrose, a new branch of railway was built in 1900 between Rivière-du-Loup and Cacouna.
How to orient yourself
Cacouna: full screen map.How to get
By car
To reach Cacouna it is possible to take the A20 motorway which connects Montreal with L'Isle-Verte, the next town to Cacouna.
How to get around
What see
- 1 Église de Saint-Georges, Rue de l'Église. Built in 1845, it hosted the first faithful only three years later. It was renovated and rededicated in 1897 and included in the list of historic buildings in 1957. The exterior of the church is simple and sober, while the interior is very rich in decorations such as an oil on canvas painting depicting Saint George and the dragon.
- Anglican Church of St. James the Apostle (280, rue Principale). Built in 1865 to a design by Québec City architect Edwards Staveley, it still hosts celebrations in the summer.
- 2 Le Cénacle - Convent of the Capuchins (Château Montrose), 383, rue du Patrimoine, @[email protected]. In 1941 the Capuchins bought the castle of Montrose, and after a renovation, from 1942 it was used as a cultural and spiritual center. Since 1980, Le Cénacle has become a center of prayer.
Events and parties
What to do
- 1 Play golf, Rue du Patrimoine Cacouna 960, ☎ 1 418 862 9649, @[email protected]. Designed in 1897, the 9-hole golf course is suitable for both beginners and the more experienced.
Shopping
How to have fun
Where to eat
Average prices
- Rest Pub of yesteryear, 660-A, rue du Patrimoine, ☎ 1 418-863-5769.
Where stay
High prices
- Auberge du Porc-Épic, rue du Patrimoine 427, ☎ 1 418 868-1373.
rooms from 155 Canadian $ (2016). Inn with four bedrooms and a great view of the river.
rooms from 155 Canadian $ (2016). Inn with four bedrooms and a great view of the river.
