We are fortunate to live in a lovely area of the Netherlands, surrounded by canals, dykes and a river, all within a five-minute bike ride or ten-minute walk. Needless to say, it is quite a contrast from Paris!
Part of the city's original retaining wall remains an integral part of local residences. As always, click photos to view detail.
The scene viewed through a weeping willow's branches.
A row of strangely-shaped trees forms an arch over this pathway.
Winding canals flanked by green.
A church - and a school - viewed from afar.
One of the city's historic gates atop a bridge.
This residential area is beyond the city's main gate, a five-minute walk from the River Lek.
On a hilltop looking towards the main gateway.
The city's main gate, built in the 17th-century.
These photos of gorgeous! You have a real knack for photography - thanks for sharing.
Posted by: HV in France | 08 April 2011 at 13:11
yes
different from your paris
but
what a visual treat!
{{ how lovely
we can enjoy many flavors
of cities & towns }}
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Posted by: Neringa | 04 April 2011 at 09:52
WOW. This is so cool, Tara!
I can't wait to visit!
Posted by: Chris | 04 April 2011 at 05:41
Oops didn't mean to copy Marilyn's comment! But it is true! I WOULD love to come see you there!! lol
Posted by: gillian | 02 April 2011 at 14:53
Such breathtaking views...it all looks so magical. I would love to come visit you there!!
Posted by: gillian | 02 April 2011 at 14:52
oh it's breathtaking.
xo
Posted by: christina | 01 April 2011 at 21:58
I love that there is water water everywhere, I can't live without being close to water. Miss you!
Posted by: Donna | 01 April 2011 at 20:43
fabulous! looking forward to the day we can see it in person and take a walk with you!
x
Posted by: leonie | 30 March 2011 at 22:32
Love the pictures and the landscape, looks so untouched by human hand, so quiet and peaceful. Every country has its own beauties, I like also Paris, who doesn't?
Posted by: LS | 30 March 2011 at 14:43
So serene. Your photos are lovely. I cannot imagine what it must be like to live in such a place. The vibe is 180º opposite of my corner of the world.
Posted by: ally bean | 29 March 2011 at 16:23
~Beautiful!~
Posted by: bella | 29 March 2011 at 15:35
So happy you are in a beautiful place.. would love to paint some of these photos.....
Posted by: martha ann huey sloan | 29 March 2011 at 12:50
Oh, what I wouldn't give . . . Absolutely breathtaking images!
Posted by: Limner | 29 March 2011 at 05:31
Make me homesick...
Posted by: dutchbaby | 29 March 2011 at 02:49
The photos are truly exquisite, Tara. I must admit a tad bit of envy while viewing pictures of your new home...but as long as you continue to share your new world with us I shall be happy and behave!
Posted by: Mary H. | 28 March 2011 at 23:26
The light in these photos has such a special quality. I really enjoyed enlarging these for an even better look. Lovely!
Posted by: Karen @PasGrand-Chose | 28 March 2011 at 22:41
Natalie, the first time I saw the place, it was snowing and magical. I am looking forward to photographing the changing seasons.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 28 March 2011 at 19:41
I don't know about you, but I'm envisioning these places through the seasons...wonderful, wonderful.
Posted by: Natalie | 28 March 2011 at 19:07
The 'unusual' trees are Lindens. They are beautiful in the summer.
Posted by: Diogenes | 28 March 2011 at 19:06
Just stunning images!! I would love to visit!
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Posted by: Karena | 28 March 2011 at 18:35
beautiful and breathtaking! what a gift!
Posted by: maybelline | 28 March 2011 at 18:03
Just lovely! Oh I must visit you there. I am such a water girl I would love being surrounded by the beautiful waters. The knobby trees I can only imagine will be beautiful in another month or two. Thanks for all you share.
Posted by: Marilyn | 28 March 2011 at 18:02