Parc Jean-Drapeau
Jean Drapeau Park (formerly called Parc des Îles) is the third-largest park in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It comprises two islands, Saint Helen's Island and the artificial island Notre Dame Island, situated off the shore of Old Montreal in the Saint Lawrence River.
| Jean-Drapeau Park | |
|---|---|
The Biosphere | |
| Type | Urban park |
| Location | Ville-Marie, Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Coordinates | 45°30′34″N 73°31′39″W |
| Area | 209 hectares (520 acres) |
| Created | 1874 |
| Operated by | Société du parc Jean-Drapeau |
| Status | Open all year |
| Public transit access | Jean-Drapeau station |
| Website | Parc Jean-Drapeau |
The islands were the site of the Expo 67 World's Fair. Notre Dame Island was constructed for the exposition, and Saint Helen's Island artificially extended at its north and south ends. The park was renamed in honour of Jean Drapeau, the late mayor of Montreal and initiator of Expo 67.
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