The Heart of Hamilton, NZ
Oldie's day out and picnic at Parana Park
Alfresco Dining in the main street of Hamilton
More Alfresco Dining in the main street
Civic Square and some of the alternately operating fountains.
The colourful blue building is our main public library.
Their motto is: "Send Your Mind Somewhere"
More of the Civic Square,
The temporary ice-skating rink in Civic Square for the duration of the
Rugby World Cup, to add some extra life and colour to our city's heart.
These photos were taken during my day out exploring my city. Alfresco drinking and dining has become an accepted thing here now for two reasons - first, because the main street footpaths have been widened, and second, because by law people are no longer allowed to smoke inside a building. It looks good anyway and many people like to sit outside while dining. I guess it also helps to advertise and attract customers to the businesses concerned.
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14 comments:
Alfresco dining isn't my kind of thing, unless the sun is really hot.
Ann, I feel the same - prefer it warm - Dave
You sure do live in a beautiful place - so open, clean and with lots of trees dotted around the city - and if the weather is clement, I would LOVE to dine out there alfresco, your photographs are gorgeous!
What a fabulous city! I would have a blast exploring it all! Thanks for sharing :)
Very nice pictures Dave, and yes ... here you should not smoke in restaurants or cafes. I myself quit smoking so do not mind that.
Your photos of water I also very nice and gives a summery feeling :-)
Greetings, Helma
I love to eat outside. Here we have lots, of course, right on the beaches. I like the library's slogan, too. Thanks for the tour.
Food always seem to taste a little bit better when you eat it outdoors. Hugs!
I found you at your main blog! I love the ice rink, I play every hockey every Thursday night. I agree with the majority, eat outside whenever possible. However, being in Northern Wisconsin dining outside is a challenge 4 months of the year if not 5!
Oh, what a great day out!
Shrinky, thanks. me too.
Maggie, thanks. Yes, it's a pass-time huh?
Helma, thanks. I gave up smoking some time ago too. Glad you liked the water views.
Karen, sounds like you have a lovely warm area. You are in Florida?
Kathie, yes, perhaps it does?
Fi, yes, it was enjoyable - Dave
Great Photos! I love oldies day outs. I guess that's because I'm an oldie?
God Bless and have a Wonderful Week :-)
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Thanks Ron. Good to here from you - Dave
Great set of local photos Dave.
Cheers
Pete
www.hamilton-nz.blogspot.com
Thanks Pete - Dave
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