Halifax - Day 1 - Harbourfront

Jumping off from the Marriott at Purdy's Wharf, I followed the Harbourfront Walk all the way to Pier 21. Stops included Cow's (fabulous ice cream chain in the East), Historic Properties (for crafts, drinks, totchkes), the farmers market (amazing coffee) and the Immigration Museum at Pier 21. All new immigrants, up to mass airline travel, entered Canada here, so it was fascinating to see where my parents had entered the country some 65 years ago, and what that experience was like for them. Another real treat - everywhere I went there was plenty of seating available to take a rest.

A leisurely stroll up the main shopping street, Spring Garden Rd, in search of Jennifer's of Nova Scotia at #5635, a shop representing many local artisans, was followed  by a leisously wander through the beatutiful Public Gardens, observing several bridal parties taking pictures. Too late to enter the citidel, I walked around the rim, still able to get a good panaramic view of the city below.

Lunch was at Salty's and dinner at Gahan House, enjoying a meal on the patio with a lovely view of the Harbour. Particularly nice in the evening as the lights started to twinkle on across the Harbour.