Cohen haunts and landmarks in Montreal
MONTREAL — The late Leonard Cohen grew up in Montreal. Here is a list of some of his haunts and other landmarks that played a key role in his life:
Westmount, Que. — Wealthy town on the island of Montreal and Cohen’s birthplace. Grew up at 599 Belmont Ave., facing Murray Hill Park, which overlooks the St. Lawrence River and figures in his writing.
Roslyn elementary school, Westmount High School, McGill University — Three educational establishments Cohen attended that are located close to one another in the heart of Montreal.
Parc du Portugal — Small park in the Plateau neighbourhood facing Vallieres Street, on which Cohen owned a grey limestone house until his death.