Victoria, B.C. is an hour and a half ferry ride from the Olympic Peninsula. The Inner Harbor area of the city is walking distance from the ferry and Parliament, above, is across the street from the harbor. The less we like the long haul to Seattle and city driving, the more appealing Victoria is. Our overnight stay last week was a package offered through Black Ball Ferry. It was the second time we’ve done this and we’ve loved it both times.
I was startled to read this week that engineers are warning that the Parliament Building urgently needs upgrades. Built in 1898, the entire complex shows its age and lacks many current safety amenities, such as masonry reinforcement, fire sprinklers, and emergency exits. The gorgeous dome is actually beginning to twist. I’ve not been inside. And I can’t say this news makes me eager to tour.
Nifty nighttime scene. Let’s hope they will be able to restore the building.
What a glorious photo – I can see your preference to riding the ferry instead of the drive to Seattle. We’ve had it take 3 1/2 hours to just go 90 miles – that is insane. Fortunately we no longer have the eye surgeon appointments at UW Harborview – so we have no reason to venture to Seattle – we are happy right here at home.
reminds me a little of the parliament in budapest!
I’d want to run inside for a tour before anything drops! Then you could have a good before/after perspective when it re-opens years later.
They did a great job of outlining the buildings.Very festive. I would love to visit that city but never had. . .yet.
Lovely! Great night shot, Kay.
Absolutely gorgeous! Sounds like a fun overnight outing at this festive season.
It looks great outlined in colored lights. You are lucky to live close enough to visit on a ferry ride.