Thursday, August 6, 2015

On to Charlottetown

On to Charlottetown
From quiet Summerside we flew with the tide into Charlottetown, the provincial capital of PEI. It is also a major tourist draw which means great restaurants, street music, free shows and many other entertainment options  (carriage or bus tours and numerous stage productions). There were also tacky tourist shops and even a few panhandlers!  We did enjoy beautiful summer weather and walked or biked the city in our short stay.







Besides eating, we toured the Beaconsfield House – perched on a hill with a view of the harbor entrance – built of course by a shipping family. This stately home from the late 19th Century has been restored and decorated with period furniture.  Yet, the modern conveniences were already in place since this home was ahead of its time.











Energetic young performers provided a spirited musical and dance show in the Confederation Amphitheater which was packed for the free event.

A series of skits were conducted in front of historic building where the Canadian delegates first met to begin the process which eventually led to the formation of Canada. Sadly the building was closed since it is undergoing renovations. 



Instead we listened in on several of the musical groups performing around town.  These included a jazz group on Victoria Row and folk singers at Peake’s Wharf.  





Wondering the streets of the historic district was never dull and when we needed a rest we retreated to the dock in the yacht club to watch the action on the water.

















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