When most folks in my corner of the world consider a winter get away they usually picture someplace warm, perhaps a tropical drink in hand and toes in the sand. Or … hardier travellers might head for the ski hills. I tend toward city visits.
But in this particular trip, I’d have to say, I didn’t time it very well.
I haven’t been to Saint John, New Brunswick for years, so I was looking forward to a little exploring.
A VERY little exploring, it turned out.
The combination of bitter cold temperatures and brisk windchills (ie -30C) with ice covered sidewalks conspired against me.
I managed a quick jaunt along Germaine Street and wasn’t disappointed with the architecture.
Luckily, the city makes a visit a little easier in winter with pedways and tunnels connecting some of the must see spots…
… Such as the very charming City Market.
That said, I feel a return visit during one of the warmer months is warranted – for sure.
For now, I’m in full agreement with Norm Frampton – enough with winter!
Excellent photography!
Thanks!!!
Beautiful photography that over-rides the grim conditions! St.John does have quite a charming downtown – I miss not seeing the the market for several years.
What gorgeous doors!
Thanks! Itโs s lovely streetscape.
Glorious doors.and the market looks great! Just FYI, your link on the InLinkz page brings me to a nothing to be found place, on your blog but not to the post. You may want to try again.
janet
Thanks!! (And thanks for the heads up)๐
Love the brick framing your first door. St John looks beautiful in snow! The Gothic architecture always has been my favorite! Nice market hall – is it one of those where also other things like clothes, kitchen things, etc. can be bought! All great captures:)
You found a few beauties while you were out there but yeah, I woulda run for the cover of the market long before you did ๐
Thanks! It was sooo cold! And a โdampโ cold too! ๐
Handsome doors, but your photos look cold; and I sure didn’t see anyone else out there besides you. Stay warm. April is on its way.. ๐
You must be experiencing the cold snaps, Judy. Harsh, eh? True – there were no other folks around. And it was mid afternoon, downtown on a Tuesday. Only crazy – I mean hearty – people, like me. ๐ฅด
I love your second photo with the unmarked snow on the steps. It looks beautiful!