Umbrells in Lower Town

After lunch back on our ship I went walking around Old Quebec Lower Town, while Anita opted for the onboard hydro pool, ice bath and steam room. Light rain was falling but it wasn't cold. Several walking tour groups were clustered under their umbrellas. Two other cruise ships are berthed in Quebec today, and yesterday there were six ships.

The Fresque des Québécois is a 420 square metres trompe-l'oeil mural painted in 1999 located  on Notre Dame Street. Several such murals were commissioned to celebrate the 400th year of the city's existence. They tell the story of Quebec City and its inhabitants

Pictures of the other frescos can be found online. I particularly like this one as the painted figures and real people appear to be standing on the street together.