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Touristy Things

Yesterday, as soon as we got up, MY Jane and I walked over to the Government of Canada office across the street from the Parliament Buildings to obtain a couple of free admission tickets to tour Parliament. Even though we arrived an hour before the office opened, there was a huge lineup. 

But, eventually, we got to get tickets for the twelve twenty tour.We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and the Gothic Revival architecture throughout. We were surprised to be told that, next year, the Centre Block in which the House of Comlmons and Senate are situated, would be closed FOR 10 YEARS to undergo extensive renovations and repairs.In the meantime, they are doing extensive alterations to the West Block so the House of Commons etc. can continue to function there.

Below is stunning shot of the Parliamentary Library.

We also went up to the top of the Peace Tower where we enjoyed the panoramic vista from atop that edifice.

Afterward, we spent some somber moments in the Memorial Chamber, a powerful reminder of the sacrifice made by veterans in wars of the past. There are books containing the names of all the fallen and every day at 11AM a page in each book is turned.

When we finished the tour, we took an Uber cab to the Museum of History across the river in Gatineau. Another enjoyable time, although we did not have enough time to see all levels.

We had an early supper at the Vittoria Trattoria restuarant in the Byward Market and this is one place I would recommend without hesitation. Try the Apple Crumble with cinnamon ice cream. Scrumptious!This morning we head home. A wonderful trip!


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