Todays images are of the Japanese Garden at the Clingendael estate taken during the last weekend of the Autumn opening of the garden. Having observed the Japanese garden during this years autumn opening, the seasonal change to the foliage, to the vibrant red and gold colours of autumn has been slow to develop for the gardens Japanese trees and shrubs, with most of … [Read more...]
A Reflection of History – The Hague
Todays image is of the 'Gemeentemuseum’ Den Haag (Municipal Museum, The Hague) taken on the 2nd October 2011 on the last day of a mini heat-wave. The 'Gemeentemuseum’ Den Haag was designed by the famous Dutch architect H.P. Berlage. The museum displays historical as well as contemporary items and is renowned for its Mondrian collection, the largest in the … [Read more...]
Scheveningen Harbour Open Day
Todays images are of the 'Open dag Scheveningse Haven’ (Scheveningen Harbour Open Day) on the 1st October 2011. The 'Open dag Scheveningse Haven’ is an invitation to the public to come and see the various harbour businesses, commercial fishing as well pleasure activities such as tour boats, sailing, tall ships, diving and speed boats. And what a fantastic day to … [Read more...]
Prinsjesdag 2011
Todays images are of 'Prinsjesdag 2011’ Procession on the 20th September 2011 at the Binnenhof and The Hague Centre. 'Prinsjesdag’ is when the dutch queen makes a speech on behalf the government to the dutch Parliament indicating the policies for upcoming parliamentary year. Todays photographs were taken on the 20th September … [Read more...]
Kite Festival (Vliegerfestival) Scheveningen
Todays images are of 'The Mascotte vliegerfestival’ ('The Mascotte Kite Festival') on the 17 - 18 September 2011 at Scheveningen Beach. During 'The Mascotte vliegerfestival’ there were displays of kite flying expertise from both national and international teams. Todays photographs were taken on the 18th September 2011. All … [Read more...]
