Canada's second most populous province,Quebecis alsothe only one to have a predominantlyFrench-speakingpopulation, withFrenchas the sole provincialofficial language.Its historic capital, Québec City, celebrates one of the world's most brutal winters with a carnival that features parades of majorettes and teams who race boats across an ice-choked river.Quebec is unique among North American tourist destinations. Its French heritage does not only set the province apart from most of its English speaking neighbors, it is also one of the few historical areas inNorth Americato have fully preserved its Francophone culture. Its European feel and its history, culture and warmth have made Quebec a favourite tourist destination both nationally and internationally.
Quebec, also Québec, Quebec City or Québec City, is the capital of the Canadian province of Quebec and is located within the Capitale-Nationale region.