 Yesterday, I took some time to work on another story about the Gaspe Coast.
It is an old legend that I remember hearing a long time ago. It fascinated and somewhat scared me back then, and even now, I can understand why. The story of the tall, dark and handsome stranger has been told in different places across Canada, and I found mentions of it in American and Mexican folklore. It differs a bit, according to where it is told, but the story is basically still the same. In this version of the Gaspesian story, family and friends get together for a dance in the small village of Routhierville, a long time ago. All is going well… the music is playing, people are singing and dancing, until they hear a knock at the door. When the door is opened, a well-dressed stranger asks to come in. He tells them that he got lost in the snowstorm and wants to warm up for a while beside the fire. What happens next is a haunting story that was told and retold to warn the people about the devil’s work. Like all folklore and old legends, there is some truth to be found in a story like this. Which is why learning about some of the Gaspe Coast’s old stories is for sure a very good thing! This story will be available in my next book about the legends and folklore of the Gaspe Coast, scheduled to be published in April. #gaspecoaststories #legends #folklore #gaspecoast #gaspesie #perce
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 When people make plans to visit the Gaspe Coast, they want to know how many days they need to take a road trip around the peninsula.
On average, people take 7 to 10 days to visit the Gaspésie on their summer vacation. Here are some factors to consider... Touring the Gaspe Coast in a loop (from Sainte-Flavie to Sainte-Flavie) consists of travelling 885 km, equivalent to about 11 hours of driving. Add to this the distance between your place of residence and the entrance to the Coast at Sainte-Flavie, which is approximately 3 1/2 hours from Quebec City or 6 hours from Montreal. If you want to explore activities, some time to stop along the way is needed. And you can count on one day to travel to the Gaspe Coast and one day to return. So, how many days does it take to enjoy the Gaspe Road trip depends on what you want to see and do on your travels to a place that is renowned for its natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, diverse recreational activities, and is an exceptional tourism destination. To plan and learn more about the Coast, click this LINK #gaspecoast #gaspecoastroadtrip #gaspesie  During these days of winter, I am researching and writing my next book about the stories, legends and folklore of the Gaspe Coast.
The history of the Coast has been shaped by its seafaring origins and is filled with many fascinating stories. These are not merely tales of the imagination, but echoes of those who once lived on this peninsula. Many of these legends have been forgotten, but some continue to be told and handed down through the generations around kitchen tables and beachfront bonfires. My work to bring these stories to life is another adventure into telling the stories of the Gaspe Coast. Our Gaspesian stories have to be told because if we don’t tell them, they will be forgotten. And if they are forgotten, we will not remember who we are and from where we came. ~ Mary |
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