Last Thursday Mick and I hopped in the car nice and early and headed off to Canberra.
The previous two days had been very wet, but Thursday was forecast to be dryer, but still quite chilly. We did encounter several showers on our way down, but that didn't worry us.
As we neared Cowra we saw some canola crops looking stunning. I think the colour pops even more against the gloomy sky and wet road.
The main street of Cowra was looking a picture with the trees in blossom and the banners for the Cherry Blossom Festival to be held at the Japanese Gardens.
Our next brief stop was in Boorowa for some morning tea and the blossom trees there were also looking rather beautiful. We saw so many blossom trees, growing randomly beside the road as we travelled along.
You know you are getting close to Canberra when you can see the Tower on Black Mountain.
We were somewhat surprised as we looked towards the mountains to the south. There was definitely a section that was white. Yes, definitely snow on the Australian Alps.
The reason we were in the area was to visit the National Museum of Australia. The best thing was that we discovered that you can get there without having to drive through the actual city. Great news.
It is a stunning modern building.
The atrium has a gorgeous version of a bogong moth.
The reason for our visit was to see the Mr Squiggle and Friends exhibition. It was so worth the visit and I will have separate post about it.
After a lovely lunch in the museum cafe, it was straight back out onto the road home.
The weather was fining up and we enjoyed the scenery on the way home. There continued to be lots of wattles in bloom.
There were still some showers in the area, creating lovely light.
We were wondering if the low level bridge would be open when we returned to Bathurst, as the river had been rising over the previous couple of days. Apparently, it had recently peaked as it was lapping the underside of the decking and they didn’t have to close it.
It was a long day, but one we very much enjoyed.
6 comments:
Long road trip but lots of lovely scenery on the way.
Look forward to seeing your post on the Mr Sqiggle display.
Some very familiar country there.....what a fun exhibition! I liked Mr Squiggle.
Another lovely day out. The Wattles are blooming here too, everyday at work my car is dusted with yellow pollen.
thanks for taking me along!!
A fun day out indeed. How long does it take you to drive to Canberra?
Mr Squiggle brings back great memories. Now if I say "hurry up Miss Jane", the younger ones have no idea!
Gorgeous blossoms along your way and lovely scenery.
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