Halifax Public Garden
November 9, 2023 in Canada ⋅ ☁️ 4 °CA nice Victorian park with bandstand and Royal connections. Not as nice at Congleton Park though!
A nice Victorian park with bandstand and Royal connections. Not as nice at Congleton Park though!
What we saw is the 4th citadel on this site, built by the British as a major fortress on the Eastern Seaboard. This contested area was home to the French, Arcadians, British and the native Mi’kmaqRead more
A thought-provoking visit to the 129 graves of Titanic victims in the non-denominational cemetery in Halifax. Most of the bodies found were men, of course, Many of the headstones have no name becauseRead more
Amazing art and stories from the Mi’kmaq (‘mikmaw ’) people, whose philosophy on life is what we all should follow - prioritising Awareness, Reflection, Sustainability & Treaty, Community,Read more
Amazing views at the top of Cadillac Mountain and driving through the smallest US National Park. A volcanic island, originally the home of the Wabanaki peoples, it became the playground of the wealthyRead more
Had a look round Bar Harbor on foot including the quaint old town and the stained glass windows of the Episcopal Church. Finally sampled the famous mac & cheese at the Side Street Cafe! Also love theRead more
The Freedom Trail is a route through Boston, visiting 16 important historic landmarks. We saw 14 of them on this sunny walking tour. Felt we should apologise for being British by the end of it!
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Tour and boat trip around this fascinating city, 75% of which is built on reclaimed land.
Saw the USS Constitution close up - it is still a serving naval ship and is undefeated - nicknamed OldRead more
Sailing out of Boston was fun with fabulous views.