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It’s official: Montréal has been named the world’s best city for students, in the QS Best Student Cities 2017. If you’re planning to study in Montréal, or just considering paying a visit to Canada’s ‘cultural capital’, scroll down for a visual tour of the city, with 10 fresh perspectives from Instagram…
1. It’s so colorful!
@muralfestival
Located in Canada’s predominantly Francophone province of Quebec, Montréal forms a vibrant intersection of cultures and people from around the world. This is reflected in the vibrant local art scene, typified by the annual public mural festival.
2. You’ll feel right at home
@sdidonato
With friendly locals, Montréal is known for being mysterious, yet familiar; cultured, yet comfortable.
3. Montréalers know how to enjoy winter
@montreal
Canada is known for its crisp, beautiful winters, and Montréal is no different, with the temperature dropping to an average of -15°C in January. If you’re visiting from warmer climes, there’s no need to worry – you’ll find lots of ways to keep warm, including ice skating, the cavernous underground city, and a multitude of festive markets in the oldest part of town, Vieux-Montréal.
4. …and the summers aren’t so bad either
@caruc_
Montréal’s Old Port district (pictured) boasts a stunning marina with views over the Saint Lawrence River. Combined with a many lush and spacious parks, cafés, and terraces, you won’t be short of activities in the warmer months.
5. The food is great!
@immigrantstable
With its historical roots as a major port, Montréal has grown into a truly multicultural city. What better way to experience the mix of cultures on offer, than by exploring Montréal’s many restaurants? After New York City, Montreal has the second highest number of restaurants per capita in North America.
6. The city’s a real mix of old…
@stevenvannoyphotography
One of the first things you’ll notice about Montréal is that the city’s history is all around you. There are reminders of the past on every street corner, like the lavishly decorated Notre-Dame Basilica (pictured).
7. …and new!
@richmondlam
A large part of Montréal’s appeal to students and young people is its vibrant nightlife. From the iconic Club Salsathèque to the massive Olympic Stadium, and everything in between – the city is home to a wealth of venues, bars, and clubs – you’ll never be short of something to do if you study in Montréal.
As the second-largest city in Canada, and with Toronto, Ottawa, and Québec City all relatively close, Montréal’s locality makes it an ideal base for anyone hoping to soak up Canadian culture.
9. You’ll make some great friends
@charlotteeevg
Montréal has a sizeable student community, and more than a quarter of students at the city’s three internationally ranked universities come from outside of Canada.
10. You’ll make memories that’ll last a lifetime
@belfast_dan
Want more reasons to study in Montréal? Find out more with our city guide, and our complete guide to studying in Canada.
This blog post was originally published in December 2015. It was updated in February 2017.
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It’s official: Montréal has been named the world’s best city for students, in the QS Best Student Cities 2017. If you’re planning to study in Montréal, or just considering paying a visit to Canada’s ‘cultural capital’, scroll down for a visual tour of the city, with 10 fresh perspectives from Instagram…
1. It’s so colorful!
@muralfestival
Located in Canada’s predominantly Francophone province of Quebec, Montréal forms a vibrant intersection of cultures and people from around the world. This is reflected in the vibrant local art scene, typified by the annual public mural festival.
2. You’ll feel right at home
@sdidonato
With friendly locals, Montréal is known for being mysterious, yet familiar; cultured, yet comfortable.
3. Montréalers know how to enjoy winter
@montreal
Canada is known for its crisp, beautiful winters, and Montréal is no different, with the temperature dropping to an average of -15°C in January. If you’re visiting from warmer climes, there’s no need to worry – you’ll find lots of ways to keep warm, including ice skating, the cavernous underground city, and a multitude of festive markets in the oldest part of town, Vieux-Montréal.
4. …and the summers aren’t so bad either
@caruc_
Montréal’s Old Port district (pictured) boasts a stunning marina with views over the Saint Lawrence River. Combined with a many lush and spacious parks, cafés, and terraces, you won’t be short of activities in the warmer months.
5. The food is great!
@immigrantstable
With its historical roots as a major port, Montréal has grown into a truly multicultural city. What better way to experience the mix of cultures on offer, than by exploring Montréal’s many restaurants? After New York City, Montreal has the second highest number of restaurants per capita in North America.
6. The city’s a real mix of old…
@stevenvannoyphotography
One of the first things you’ll notice about Montréal is that the city’s history is all around you. There are reminders of the past on every street corner, like the lavishly decorated Notre-Dame Basilica (pictured).
7. …and new!
@richmondlam
A large part of Montréal’s appeal to students and young people is its vibrant nightlife. From the iconic Club Salsathèque to the massive Olympic Stadium, and everything in between – the city is home to a wealth of venues, bars, and clubs – you’ll never be short of something to do if you study in Montréal.
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8. Where better to experience Canadian living?
@canadiensmtl
As the second-largest city in Canada, and with Toronto, Ottawa, and Québec City all relatively close, Montréal’s locality makes it an ideal base for anyone hoping to soak up Canadian culture.
9. You’ll make some great friends
@charlotteeevg
Montréal has a sizeable student community, and more than a quarter of students at the city’s three internationally ranked universities come from outside of Canada.
10. You’ll make memories that’ll last a lifetime
@belfast_dan
Want more reasons to study in Montréal? Find out more with our city guide, and our complete guide to studying in Canada.
This blog post was originally published in December 2015. It was updated in February 2017.
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Jo is part of QS's social media team. He also writes content for the site, and holds a BA English degree from Goldsmiths, University of London.