Sunday, April 28, 2024

The Paths Of Canadian History

Here we have looks at East Block, which is also being worked on in stages, here and there. Sandblasting is noticeable in sections where the stone looks fresher. This portion along the eastern edge of the Hill would still be waiting on that as the project carries on.


A look through the trees towards the Chateau Laurier, which is on the far side of the Rideau Canal.


Gothic architecture dominates the Hill, and I for one love it.


Another statue for a prime minister, Wilfrid Laurier, is found over here.


Nearby, another monument, commemorating the War of 1812, when Canadian militia, First Nations warriors, and British soldiers fought American invaders for three years. This is the most recent monument on the Hill.


The doors of East Block catch my eye.


And I finish with these shots of Centre Block.

 

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34 comments:

  1. italiafinlandiaApril 28, 2024 at 2:38 AM

    Stunning building. The door is remarkable indeed.

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  2. TomApril 28, 2024 at 6:00 AM

    ...I wonder if the Ottawa Skyline will ever be free of cranes?

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  3. JPApril 28, 2024 at 6:38 AM

    East Block doors are definitely eye catching. Love the archs!

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  4. David M. Gascoigne,April 28, 2024 at 7:12 AM

    I think I would have liked Wilfrid Laurier.

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  5. AnvilcloudApril 28, 2024 at 7:18 AM

    Here's to the Gothic architecture.

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  6. Marie SmithApril 28, 2024 at 8:26 AM

    The work being done on those structures is long overdue.

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  7. Barbara RogersApril 28, 2024 at 8:38 AM

    Love the 1812 Statues...I don't know of any commemorating that war on this side of the border. Did the US really "invade" Canada?

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  8. roentareApril 28, 2024 at 8:43 AM

    The sculptures are quite animated. the cathedral is very well constructed

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  9. magiceyeApril 28, 2024 at 8:49 AM

    Impressive art and architecture.

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  10. RedPatApril 28, 2024 at 8:59 AM

    The doors are wonderful, William.

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  11. Jan K. alias AfanjaApril 28, 2024 at 9:57 AM

    Nice shots of the architecture and the monuments.

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  12. Jenn JilksApril 28, 2024 at 6:05 PM

    I don't know how I missed all these! Thanks for sharing.

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  13. RedApril 28, 2024 at 6:18 PM

    These are beautiful buildings.

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  14. carol l mckennaApril 28, 2024 at 6:54 PM

    Wow! Great photos of the amazing buildings and sculptures ~ thanks,

    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  15. CloudiaApril 28, 2024 at 6:59 PM

    I was thinking how much I love that architecture. Just before you mentioned it William! Those doors are very striking. Gosh, our history is convoluted! Aloha

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  16. NokeApril 29, 2024 at 3:04 AM

    Schöne Bilder von den Gebäuden sehr lebhafte Skulpturen.
    Gruß
    Noke

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  17. Lowcarb team memberApril 30, 2024 at 6:16 PM

    I do like the doors of East Block.

    All the best Jan

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