Last night my co-worker and I carpooled to the city and whiled away the summer evening exploring. Which for us, of course, included climbing things not meant to be climbed, laughing about words you really can’t say in front of the American Embassy, and chasing a grumpy groundhog back down his hole.
Below is some scenery, and I’ve included a few cool snaps too. Enjoy!
This East Parliament wing provides office spaces for Canada’s high officials… And is still my favorite piece of architecture downtown.
The Rideau River flows through Ottawa, framed by Parliament and Chateau Laurier.
Another view of the Chateau Laurier over the river. So beautiful in the sunset.
Alongside the river, this beautiful bridge mimics the water’s movement.
Where does this door go? Who knows. The graffiti is stoic: “secret” and “restricted” as if officials posted their orders in spray paint.
The basilica from below. “It looks like Naboo,” said Clarke, my co-worker, and there was no getting the resemblance out of my head after that.
At the Samuel de Champlain monument overlooking the canal, friends gather to enjoy the moment. On the other side of the water is Quebec.
Street lights and Notre Dame cathedral.
After walking the eternity, Clarke and I went to the Fish Market and guzzled so much water we impressed and annoyed the waitress, who gave us bigger glasses. Upstairs in the restaurant, this floating door to nowhere stirred my imagination.
What a beautiful evening… In such a beautiful city.
-The Dauntless Princess-