Continuing on with the Abbey Ruins at the Mackenzie King Estate, this section also came from the old Batson House.
The ruins are irresistible to the photographer, and a testament to the imagination of Mackenzie King and his mix of staunch Scots Presbyterian work ethic and sentimental romanticism.
The second photo here is a favorite.
ReplyDeleteI agree.
DeleteThis is really beautiful! We've so many excellent stone masons.
ReplyDeleteIt is an art.
Delete...wonderful storytelling.
ReplyDeleteIndeed.
DeleteYou have documented the abby ruins beautifully. I wonder if this is a general statement on religion?
ReplyDeleteWho knows?
DeleteHe must have been an interesting man.
ReplyDeleteI think so.
DeleteI like the views from 'inside' to outside.
ReplyDeleteMe too.
DeleteSomehow or other the guy got around to know about all the things he collected and what he wanted to do with them.
ReplyDeleteHe had quite a vision.
DeleteFascinating history in your country. New Zealand isn't old enough for ruins like this.
ReplyDeleteStrictly speaking, we're not either!
DeleteWhat an amazing historical site. Fantastic photos, William.
ReplyDeleteThanks.
DeleteThe ruins are the history books!
ReplyDeleteTrue.
DeleteWhat a contemplative place
ReplyDeleteIt is.
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