A peaceful canal. Click photos to view detail.
Ducks swim around lily pads.
Houses built against one of the city's original 15th-century walls.
The view from behind the wall to the bank opposite the canal.
The back of the original town wall. Wooden steps lead from private houses to the tree-lined property and canal.
A shady walkway.
Peeling paint.
Collecting fallen tree branches after recent high winds.
A profusion of colour on this small patio.
Purple blooms alongside an old warehouse.
Behind this gate is a small private garden, its trees bursting with fruit.
Still-ripening berries hanging over a brick wall.
A simple addition to a formal front door.
Unexpected blooms.
Behind this gate is a community garden.
Local residents plant and tend the crops.
Trees shade a walkway leading to the dyke and one of the town's gates.
Reflections in a canal.
Ivy-covered brick walls at a town gate.
Inside the gate, the original curved and arched walls rather unfortunately have been fitted with wood, to block wind and noise.
An iron fence protects one of the town's oldest trees.
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A lovely collection of tranquil and beautiful moments.
Posted by: Deborah | 26 July 2011 at 18:15
Such peacefulness is felt in these photos. I love walking with you through your part of the world. Thanks for sharing them.
Posted by: Marilyn | 24 July 2011 at 15:51
What a beautiful little town. Thanks for sharing these pictures.
Posted by: stadtgarten | 24 July 2011 at 10:43
Thanks for the serene photos. I appreciated seeing them.
Posted by: Marken | 24 July 2011 at 04:11
Such beautiful scenery, Tara - thank you for sharing it. I'd love to get out for a walk in natural surroundings today, but it is just too hot. Your new environment is stunning. Again, thanks for sharing - it eases things ...
Posted by: Barbara | 23 July 2011 at 19:12