Brisbane is a city that is characterised by its snake-like river that weaves throughout the CBD and suburbs. (The CBD actually has river on both sides). Brisbane City at dusk Brisbane's public transport system includes 19 City Cats & 9 City Ferries There are lots of walkways along the Brisbane River, although the "floating walkways" were destroyed by the January 2011 floods. This weekend I had a lovely visit to New Farm Park - a beauitful expansive parkland on the Brisbane River with numerous wonderful rose gardens and plenty of areas to play, relax and picnic. Rose arbours The Rotunda is a popular spot for weddings The river alongside the Parklands is popular for water sports And water hoons The river walkway is popular for both walking and cycling Dogs are allowed in the parklands, as long as they are on a leash There are enormous grassed areas to play ball games... or quiet shady spots for reading & relaxing And my post would not be complete without a few photos of one of my favourite forms of residential architecture dating back to the 1840's, the "Queenslander". Brisbane city and the suburbs are full of these beautiful historic homes - my dream is to, one day, own one! Sharing with:
