Out and about in Auckland City

A few weeks I had the pleasure of spending the day with my dear daughter and we went exploring around the older parts of Auckland City.
Walking around you get to see so much more, all the wonderful old buildings I love this architecture so much.

The first I would like to show you is St Andrews Church and the sky and clouds looked ominous and not long after we got caught in a shower of rain. As you can see the Saint Andrews Cross, The Saltire, flag of Scotland is set in the lead light glass windows

The High Court is a lovely old building and the interesting feature of this, is a Prussian Immigrant Anton Teutenberg decorated the building with gargoyles and they are a glorious example of Gothic grotesque. Though common on churches and cathedrals around Europe they are rarely seen in the Antipodes.

Formerly known as the old Arts building the clock tower was designed by Roy Alston Lippincott.
The clock tower helped define the University's architectural spirit combining traditional elements with local decorative motifs, flax flowers, ponga fronds and Kaka can be found in the stone detailing.
It is also known as The Wedding Cake

The old Auckland Club is a nice old building overgrown with Ivy and often think this looks a little spooky

Lastly I like the lines of this building and the soft muted colours

I hope you have enjoyed seeing a little of the architecture around the older parts of the City.
Thanks for the kind visits to my blog and I look forward to coming over to visit you.
Wishing you a happy week
hugs
Carolyn

Out and about in Nice

Walking along the Promenade des Anglais, was great to look up at all the wonderful old buildings and Hotels ~ 

I do love the Architecture, with its grandiose detail and ornate fancy iron work. 
Imagine having an apartment in this one overlooking the azure sea
 

From the elegant Epoque, Baroque, to Neo classical style
It's amazing how colourful the buildings are with paintwork of every imaginable colour.
A happy place just because of that ... seeing all the gorgeous hues.

There were tall palm trees blowing in the breeze, blue sky and lots of sunshine
 

The famous  Le Negresco Hotel overlooks the beach

 
 

I found this old maison charming, painted in a soft pastel pink with pretty shutters

We took a ride on the open- deck bus and got to see around the old part of the City built on the hill and around the port

 

Lots of very posh yachts and boats were moored in the marina


 














If you are feeling energetic, you can rent a bike from the rack to give you the freedom to ride around and see more of the city

You can see why this is one of the most popular places to spend a holiday - mild climate and so much to see. 
I always appreciate you coming by and thanks for the lovely comments and to new followers.
Hope you all enjoy your week
hugs
Carolyn