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Habitat 67, Canada

From series “The Most Bizarre and Fancy Living Houses”
Year: 1967.

Montreal's Habitat 67 residential complex is one of the most distinctive architectural attractions in Canada. It was built in 1967 on the occasion of the exhibition 'Expo 67'. The main theme of this exhibition was the residential building. To commemorate the important cultural event Montreal has won the original house, which is composed of the huge number of regular cubes. Such construction is not accidental. Since ancient times cube has been a symbol of prosperity and stability.

Habitat 67, Canada In total, the building construction contains 354 cubes, some of which literally float in the air. In the large building 146 comfortable apartments are equipped, from which the inhabitants can enjoy the beautiful coastal panorama. The author of the project of the unusual residential complex was the talented young architect Moshe Safdie. When the house was built, the young author was only 24 years old.

Habitat 67 is characterized not only by the original exterior design, but also by a very unusual room layout. The structure of each apartment contains from one to five cubes, from each, even the smallest apartment, the view opens to three heavenly directions. Some apartments have the beautiful open terraces with trees, the other apartments are complemented with the glazed exterior walkways. Recently, the parkourfans disturbed the quiet of the locals. The young people consider the unusual residential complex with the numerous terraces and constructions as an ideal training place. Next - Kettle House


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Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Magadome Atm' located in 0.95 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Budget Car & Truck Rental' is located in 1.75 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Couche-Tard' in 1.33 km
Supermarket: 'Marché de la Commune' in 0.79 km
Parking: 'Stationnement - Cité du Multimédia' in 0.9 km
Apotheek: 'Ordre des Pharmaciens du Québec' in 1.25 km
Police station: 'Centre Saint Laurent' in 0.95 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Muvbox Homard des Îles' in 0.66 km
Railway station: 'Bio-Train' in 1.28 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Montreal St-Hubert Airport YHU - in 11 km
 »  Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport YUL - in 16 km
 »  Mascouche Airport SK3 - in 24 km
 »  Mirabel International Airport YMX - in 43 km
 »  Les Cedres Airport SS3 - in 44 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Habitat 67

Auberge de la Place Royale

Located in 0 km from Habitat 67
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Rooms: 12
Boasting exposed brick walls, all rooms at Auberge de la Place Royale are accessible via stairs only. Each room contains a seating area and cable TV. … More: photo, rates and booking
Saint François Xavier Furnished Suites

Located in 1 km from Habitat 67
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Rooms: 3
Modernly furnished, apartments at Saint François Xavier Furnished Suites include a fully equipped kitchen. A dining and living area are also at … More: photo, rates and booking
The Gallery Loft

Located in 2 km from Habitat 67
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Rooms: 1
A flat-screen cable TV and a seating area feature at The Gallery Loft. A private patio and large windows offer city views. The apartment includes a … More: photo, rates and booking
Penthouse Au Pied Du Mont-Royal

Located in 3 km from Habitat 67
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Rooms: 1
A 42-inch flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and free local calls are included at Penthouse Au Pied Du Mont-Royal. A large living area can accommodate up to … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

Stade Olympique de Montreal
6 km - Stade Olympique de Montreal
A real monument of modern architecture is the Olympiastadion, which is located in Montreal. It was still in 1976 on the occasion of the XXI. Olympic summer games. For the last time, the stadium was renovated in 2006. The reconstruction cost 1.4 billion US dollars. …
Cadyville Sauna
95 km - Cadyville Sauna
An original private Cadyville sauna, located in the state of New York, is sure to appeal to lovers of relaxation in picturesque places and eco-tourism enthusiasts. The sauna is in the vast forest, near a creek. It has been built in a rocky terrain. One of the walls of …
Rideau Falls
167 km - Rideau Falls
A significant part of the famous waterfalls is usually located outside the settlements, but this rule has an exception - the beautiful Rideau Falls. The twin waterfalls are located in Ottawa, where the Rideau River empties into the Ottawa River. The Falls are divided …
National Gallery of Canada
168 km - National Gallery of Canada
The building of the National Gallery of Canada is also sure to appeal to those who are not indifferent to the postmodern style. This museum is considered the leading one in the country today. A huge collection of graphics, sculptures, paintings, and photographs is …
Mount Washington
223 km - Mount Washington
One of the most famous and recognizable natural attractions in the United States is Mount Washington located in the northeastern part of the country. The height of the mountain is only 1 917 meters. It may seem very easy for experienced climbers. In fact, even staying …
Boldt Castle
227 km - Boldt Castle
The Thousand Islands Archipelago is located on the border of Canada and the United States. It is a world-famous natural landmark. Boldt Castle is located right on the bank of the Saint Lawrence River on one of its islets. It was built in the early 20th century. …

Top destination around Habitat 67 - Montreal

The L'International des Feux Loto-Québec is an impressive festival too. It is dedicated to fireworks. At the weekend, the starry sky of Montreal is strewn with hundreds of beautiful and unusual fireworks. The fest is also not without light and music shows. It is the biggest firework contest not only in Canada, but also in the world. It is annually visited by three million spectators from different countries. The competition attracts pyrotechnists from six countries: Italy, Spain, the USA, Australia, France, and Canada, of course. To see the play of light, you need to visit the amusement La Ronde Park that is located on Saint Helena.

Another unique festival is Igloofest that is dedicated to electronic music and traditional Indian igloos. It is held before the Montréal en Lumière in the Vieux-Port de Montréal that is decorated as an ice Eskimo village. Besides music programs, the fest includes a contest for the best winter look, Iglooswag, where participants can show all their skills and creativity. Another interesting fest that is popular with tourists and local people is Francofolies de la Rochelle dedicated to French music. It is held in mid-June in different city squares, as hundreds of fest participants visit the city at this time of the year.
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