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The Mountain
The heart of the city… the backbone of the metropolis… the mountain was and still is a place of exchanges and encounters.
The countryside in the city, a haven of peace, a natural observatory… Montrealers have always felt an attachment to it and today cherish it more than ever. Over the years, its slopes have seen the establishment of great religious institutions, hospitals, and schools.
Montrealers also placed a cross on its highest peak. Like a beacon seen from kilometres away in every direction, it serves as a landmark for passersby, as well as a symbol of the city on the international stage.
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