Schönbrunn ParkDrawing you from the Westgate towards the palace,
an avenue of linden trees, with
the last golden leaves illuminated
by the still low morning sun.
The Palm HouseSaid to be Europe's largest,
this iron and glass construction
was erected in the years 1881-82
after designs by Franz Xaver Segenschmid.
Still impressive after more than 120 years.
The FountainThe grass still covered by hoarfrost,
a miriad of crystals sparkling in the morning sun.
The Groundskeepers' HouseThe leaves of the wisteria wines
climbing the "Schönbrunner yellow" walls
are already basking in full sun
by the time I return to the gate.
Quo Vadis?Whither goest thou?
Better yet,
how goest thou, Merisi?
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Photographed
Tuesday morning,
November 18, 2008,
during a cursory dereliction
off the straight path.
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Thanks for doing a cursory dereliction off the straight path. I loved all the shots but the first one with the Linden tree rows in the early morning light is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAlways an adventure coming here.
Quo vadis :-)
ReplyDeleteI like to put my best foot forwards......
Winter and snow have come here. I am working on tomorrow's post which will be a praise for the season.
No spesific plans for Venezia yet, hopefully in June.
So winter has come to Vienna?
ReplyDeleteThe way you have caugfht the light in the fountain water is simply beauuuuuuutiful!
After a cold night, a nice day, with You pretty photos...
ReplyDeleteSee You later Merisi !