Today we went to the Toronto Islands, short ferry ride from downtown. The Islands are a total contrast with the fifth biggest city in North America... almost no cars (YAY!), tree liked walking paths connecting houses, short foot bridges connecting the islands, a cool breeze from Lake Huron. We swam in the lake which like jumping into a glass of semi-cold iced tea. Lots of barn swallows were darting about, and others singing from trees. You could see the skyscrapers of the Financial District from the Islands, a blending of two worlds.
Afterwards, we walked along the waterfront. There are bars, restaurants and things, but unique touches too: a parking lot that's been restored to a wetland, a museum dedicated to pets,
a garden that Yoyo Maa and others designed and based on a piece of music by Bach.
Toranto is a unique city, but we are feeling overwhelmed tonight, particularly in this HEAT!!!
We head to Montreal tomorrow, and will head up the St. Lawrence from there. Stay tuned, more to come. Including pictures.
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