The ultimate wilderness
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In northern Quebec, the large spaces are kings! In a huge almost virgin territory, which covers 350,000 square km, which is almost a fifth of Quebec, lived just 30,000 people. Divided into nine villages along the coast of James Bay and inland, the approximately 14,000 Crees who inhabit this land for millennia called Istchee (Land of the People). Several municipalities also dot the region, whose economy is based largely on the use of natural resources. Travelers can explore the region by obtaining information from two distinct tourist associations: the James Bay and stay for the Cree, one of Eeyou Istchee.
Calling Nordic
PhotographieParsemée countless rivers and lakes,
the region is one of the last virgin territories of the world. It is the largest natural lake in Quebec (2335 km2): Lake Mistassini. It is in the Sanctuary Lakes Albanel-Mistassini-and-Waconichi, which covers a vast territory sum Sicily! Some of the wildlife sanctuary and the adjacent territory are now included in the proposed biodiversity reserve, Albanel-Témiscamie-Otish, becoming a national park in Quebec. From the 49th to the 52nd parallel, the boreal forest dominates the landscape with black spruce, before giving way to the taiga, which gradually moved to the 55th parallel. A large herd of caribou winter in the northern part of the territory. Known for its majestic rivers, the abundance of his game and his fish, the region has many outfitters and promises made of choice for fishermen and hunters.
In winter, the real
A Nordic destination as obviously enjoys a unique snow. Snowmobile trails crisscross the southern sector of the area and connect several communities, Val Township in the far western region of Chibougamau, in particular through Matagami, Lebel-sur-Quevillon, Waswanipi Ouje-Bougoumou Mistissini and Chapais. Ice fishing is also fabulous and the sledding dogs take their meaning here.
An authentic culture
PhotographieTout being open to the world today, the Crees have always preserved their language and culture. They now pleased to share with visitors. Accompanied by native guides, just introduce you to the traditional lifestyle of the Cree, based on hunting, fishing and trapping, and just listen to the indigenous stories, taste authentic cuisine and enjoy the unique craftsmanship of the nine Cree communities. One of them, Ouje-Bougoumou, has been recognized by the UN as one of the fifty villages that combine Native tradition and modern life, technological and ecological values.
Modernity and Tourism
Robert-Bourassa Dam, Bay JamesL rivers of James Bay have been born in the last decades of huge hydroelectric facilities, including the Robert-Bourassa, which is the largest underground powerhouse in the world, and the central Great 1. Tens of thousands of workers stayed in the region since 1950 to build this impressive complex. Radisson, the ultimate destination in the north, along the James Bay, has housed the workers who worked on the construction of dams. Discover the lives of workers by visiting the historic site of Park Robert A. Boyd, who faithfully recreates an exploration camp.
A rich nature
The area also contains significant mineral and forest wealth: gold, silver, copper and zinc. Follow in the Interest Chibougamau, the evolution of mines throughout the ages. For exploring ecosystems that are tundra, taiga and boreal forest, enjoy the trails of the Matagami Lake Recreational Area, and walk on one of the oldest volcanoes in North America!
James Bay and Eeyou Istchee, which combine perfectly natural, modern world and ancient traditions.
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