The Floralies Internationales de Montréal was the 8th international

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recognized by the

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. It was held during the spring and summer of 1980, from May 17 to September 1. The Expo was split in two sequential exhibitions, starting with an indoor event in the former Montreal Olympic Velodrome and later on different gardens on

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, the site of the

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.Les Floralies internationales de Montréal 1980, Album souvenir 17 countries were represented at the indoor exhibition and the Velodrome was converted to the

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afterwards. The indoor exhibition opened on May 17 and closed May 29. The gardens at the outdoor part opened on May 31. 12 countries showed their gardens to the public during the summer until September 1.

Locations

* Interior flower show: Olympic Velodrome (May 17, 1980 to May 29, 1980) * Outdoor flower show:

(May 31, 1980 to September 1, 1980)

Participating countries and square footage

References

External links

Official website of the BIE
World's fairs in Montreal 1980 in Canada International horticultural exhibitions Exhibitions in Montreal 1980 in Quebec 1980s in Montreal Garden festivals in Canada {{Montreal-stub