Beautiful City
Downtown Dock
We only had four locks to do today to arrive in Ottawa. What
a wonderful city, beautiful old buildings, bike trails along the Rideau Canal and
amazing views of the Ottawa River. We plan to stay here through the weekend.
Seeing the sights and having a little time to relax. We are in the heart of the
city within walking or biking distance of everything. We had a late lunch at
D’arcy McGees and spent the afternoon getting oriented. We walked around the
Parliament Building, By Ward Market, and watched boats lock through the Ottawa
Flight (8 locks). We had a small dinner onboard and watched the moon rise over
the canal. Later we walked back to Parliament Hill; they put on a laser light
show against the Central Parliament Building. It was a look at the history of
Canada and was pretty impressive.
Part of the Rideau Canal in Ottawa
Rideau Canal coming into downtown OttawaChateau Laurier opened in 1912
National Art Gallery of Canada and Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica
A view from Parliament Hill of Major's Hill Park
The Pearl on the wall in Ottawa
The ByWard Market was established by Lt-Col. John By in 1826, it is one of Canada's oldest and largest public markets. The legendary builder of the Rideau Canal, Colonel By himself laid out the street plan of the Market, designating George Street and York Street to be extra wide to accommodate the creation of a public market and gathering place.
The Rideau Canal in Ottawa
Sunset view of Parliament Hill
Full moon coming up over the Rideau Canal
ok, im all caught up you can travel again!! LOL, judy
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