I went to many destinations today within short driving distance of Halifax.
This is just a small list of the places I went to.
First stop was to the world famous Peggy’s Cove. I thought I’d just go, take a few pictures and leave. I didn’t expect to stay there for so long! There are two parking lots there. One closer to the entrance, and one closer to the lighthouse itself. I parked at the one closest to the lighthouse. The lady at the information desk said I can either walk about 7 minutes there, or just drive there. I chose to walk. I’m glad I did. There was so much to see along the way, and when I finally saw the lighthouse over the horizon, it was very breathtaking. Unfortunately, it was very foggy, but luckily it didn’t impede the view of the lighthouse itself. It actually feels appropriate, since lighthouses are designed to shine a light to cut through the thick fogs to guide sailors away from danger. I actually asked the information desk if the lighthouse is still lit at night. I would’ve loved to drive to see it lit up for a different view, but she said it is no longer. I guess with modern day technology, it renders lighthouses obsolete.
I was told on good authority that the “Tom’s Lobster Shack” by the lighthouse had very good lobster rolls. I decided to break my personal quarantine, and put up with the allergic reaction, and try one. To be honest, I think it was over hyped and underwhelming. The sauce just overpowered any lobster flavor I wanted to taste. I guess I just prefer the Chinese way of preparing and serving lobster. It wasn’t cheap either! But as they say, when in Rome…
Next up was the Swiss Air memorial site. It was very beautiful and serene. I made sure to stay within the roped off path to prevent damage to the environment. Also, by the time I reached the second site, the fog was letting up, and the sun came out in full force!
Next up was Mahone Bay. Very beautiful little town. Lots of visitors. Plenty of cute little shops. Obviously this area is targeting the tourist market
Afterwards, I visited a town called Lunenburg. It’s another cute little town. Apparently, this town was known for early settlers from Germany! Also, the Bluenose II sailboat was docked here. The Bluenose II is famous for being the very same boat that is embossed on the back of the Canadian dime. Unfortunately, the day I arrived, she set sail to a different location. Oh well, it just gives me an excuse to come back next year!
Just beside Lunenberg is Blue Rock. Very beautiful natural shorelines as far as the eye can see.
And by then, it was around 3:00pm localtime. I start driving back to the dorm. I saw that the local Canada Computers was very close by, so I decided to make a detour. I was pleasantly surprised! It’s almost the same size as a typical one in Toronto. However, it seems they either moved, or just opened very recently. Lot of the shelves were empty.
I also so close by that there was a relatively large Chinese themed grocery store. I guess there is a somewhat large Chinese population here.
And for my final destination of the evening, I went by the new Central Library. My goodness, this place was HUGE! And modern! I was very impressed.
Oh, and here is a picture of me cooking dinner in the middle of Graves Island provincial park on my way driving back home. So far, I have not eaten a single meal at any fast food joints like McD or Tims!
I made it back to the residents by 9. I cleaned up, and after I finish this entry, I’m just going to call it an early night. Goodnight everyone!