I had not walked along Auckland's waterfront for some time and so felt the urge not long ago. The day I chose was dreary, with low clouds, but improved slightly as it progressed. Here is a photo journal of my walk.
See what I mean about low clouds? That's Rangitoto of course, which is 850 feet tall.
You saw this boat sailing past North Head in a post not too long ago. Here it is tied up.
This is the boat we rode on during our whale/dolphin watching adventure a couple of years ago.
Another cruise ship is in port.
This guy looks like it was just too much trouble to fly today.
The car ferry to Waiheke Island is loading.
No passengers aboard today. Not surprising, given the low cloud ceiling. (Or is the correct term cloud base?) I was surprised that he was up at all.
Someone has set up a portable skate-board track.
The Bacon Brothers are set up next door to the track and are adding a bit of color to the otherwise gloomy day.
Speaking of color. This is also near the Bacon Brothers. A mini-library and sun/rain shelter available for anyone strolling along the wharf.
The needle-like top of the Sky Tower disappears. Let's look more closely at the platform...
A small group is walking.
Three couples
I'm almost back to Britomart. Now, should I take the train or a bus home? -djf
Hmmm not much activity going on down at the water front with those low hanging clouds. Just looks like a slow and drizzly kind of day. I must say that the cruise ship reminds me of a huge airline carrier waiting for clearer skies. Those people up on the Sky Tower looked at first like they were in a procession praying - maybe for a clearer view of Rangitoto? close up I can see they are tethered. Good thing too lest they get pulled off by the vertigo monster...
ReplyDeleteI like the color splashes at the Bacon Brothers' stand especially that lady customer with her flower wreath hat!
You're right about a rather quiet day. It felt dreary.
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