The third assassin had been conducting surveillance of Old Québec City from a high-rise until recently ordered to reposition in the south. Old Québec City (Vieux-Québec) is a charming destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This area along the Saint Lawrence River was first explored by Frenchman Jacques Cartier in 1535. In 1608, Samuel de Champlain created a settlement here along the Saint Lawrence River.