The more we experience of Hobart and Tasmania, the
more it reminds me of Prince Edward County, another island community. The
warmth and friendliness of the people have been remarkable.
And, of course, the photography is blissful.
Today’s photos:
• Five from MONA, the Museum of Old and New Art
located on the Berriedale Peninsula on Hobart’s River Derwent. It is the
largest privately funded museum in Australia and has been called a “subversive
adult Disneyland.” Fascinating place and well worth a visit.
• Two from the Port Arthur Historic Site, a large
prison complex that once housed thousands of ‘transported criminals’ from England
(and Canada!) in the 19th century.
• Two from the Saturday Salamanca Market, a popular
and diverse outdoor market that draws dozens of vendors and thousands of
visitors, especially when cruise ships are docked in the harbour.
• One from Battery Point, the heritage neighbourhood where
we are staying close to Hobart Harbour.
We leave Hobart tomorrow with Lindi and Denis and head
for the Gordon River in the rugged central west of Tasmania. I hope to have
photos posted by Wednesday. Meanwhile, enjoy!
MONA - in the new Pharos wing
MONA - Detail from the Museum of Everything
MONA - I call it "The Tin Foil Room"!
MONA - in the new Pharos wing
MONA - Humping Skeletons...
Port Arthur - Detail of main prison block
Port Arthur - Enthusiastic Visitor
Near the Salamanca Market - the "Verandah Coots"
Salamanca Market Flowers
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Battery Point Petunias
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