Take a selfie near this sculpture in Parc Municipal de Deschambault, symbolizing an amazing part of Canada’s oldest highway.

Chemin du Roy, or the King’s Way, was built in XVIII century to link Québec City and Montreal. Work began in 1731, under the supervision of Grand Voyer (senior road surveyor) Eustache Lanouiller de Boisclerc, and was completed in 1737.

On the banks of the St. Lawrence River, you’ll come across three of the prettiest villages in Québec:

• Deschambault–Grondines, with its Vieux Presbytère, built in 1815, and the magnificent Église Saint-Joseph;
• Cap-Santé, proud home to one of the few remaining Québec churches dating back to the French Regime;
• Neuville, with its heritage homes and gardens overlooking the river.

Photos and video: Vlad Umnov

The church of Saint Joseph was built from 1835 to 1838. It features several stained-glass windows, a stunningly designed statue of Saint Joseph near the altar, several large, beautiful paintings, and many more small, intricate details.

The exterior is primarily stone, with one statue at the main entrance. The church also has two floors. The paintings that were previously mentioned can be found on the second floor.

Photos: Vlad Umnov