The road less travelled
I posted a shot a few days ago of Dan Patlansky playing at Kirstenbosch. Here is a shot that I took on the way back to my car. This is actually the main path between the carpark and the concert area, but it just looks so inviting and refreshing. You have to wonder what is waiting just around the corner. Well I am not going to tell you. You shall have to visit the gardens yourself if you wish to find out.
Temple of Hercules Victor
The Temple of Hercules Victor in Forum Boarium was originally thought to have been a temple of Vesta. Although the temple is in the middle of Rome, the marble used to build the temple was from Athens!
The temple is located in the oldest forum in Rome, as was built around 2BC. Driving past the temple is a little strange, because on the one side you have a wonderful garden, and on the other a large and busy freeway. But then I suppose that can be said about many of the sites and places in Rome, whereby you can drive past an archaeological dig right next to an office building.
In case you are wandering, Hercules was the protector of the olive trade.
Reflection of statue in water
A statue reflecting in one of the many ponds at the Company Gardens early on Tuesday morning.
In case you are wondering what I was doing in town so early in the morning, I was visiting the Italian Consulate to arrange my EU visa. I arrived a little early, and since the Company Gardens were just around the corner, an early-morning stroll through the gardens was the perfect way to start the day.
By the way, the consulate was really efficient; I was in and out in about 10 minutes. In theory I collect my visa tomorrow.
Company Gardens
This is a magical place in Cape Town, and a must see when visiting Cape Town. They were formally established in 1652, and they contain:
* The oldest cultivated pear tree in South Africa (circa 1652)
* A rose garden designed and built in 1929
* An aviary – a great favourite with children
* Local arts and crafts along the avenue
* Grassy lawns and benches
* A herb and succulent garden
A lovely Avenue to walk down during the day; a peaceful calm amidst the chaos of the city.
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Avenue, Cape Town, gardens, government Avenue, grass, green, statues, trees, urban nature | 
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