Return to Halifax

A visit to Peggy's Cove was on our agenda today. This is reported to be one of the most photographed lighthouses in the world. We were the first tourist bus into this pretty area and within half an hour there were at least 15 tourist buses crammed into the parking lot.
This is a fishing village but probably earns more through tourism.



John and Euan found a local with a great pair of cods!                                            













When we arrived in the East just over a week ago, the trees were all green. Now they are dressed for autumn and apparently this time next week they could all be gone.

 A walk along the boardwalk in Halifax lead us to an art gallery with an exhibition representing Canada's history - 150 years. This Canadian lynx (left) is made from spoons and forks. Another sculpture of a bird was made from knife handles. Very impressive.
Two cruise ships were moored at the pier, which explained all the tourist buses at Peggy's Cove. There were people everywhere.

This lighthouse sits on an island in Halifax Harbour. On our first visit, it was a beautiful sunny day, but it was difficult to see it clearly. Today is overcast and strangely the view is clearer.

Seen today: Halifax City Library with a roof-top garden and coffee shop; People asking for money in the streets near the hotel; Rain and fog.

We have another day in Halifax before flying back to the west coast to recharge the batteries and do some housekeeping. This will be our last post for a few days.