Queen Elizabeth Park

I went on a self guided tour around Queen Elizabeth Park last week.  It's the high point of Vancouver and boasts one of the most amazing views in the city.  It's a tapestry of many different gardens and ecosystems.  The development of this park started in 1948 by self taught Horticulturalist and Superintendent Bill Livingstone.  It's kind of an amazing undertaking.  Check out the history here.  I started at the rose garden (lots of euphoric smells around there).          

I'm really digging the climbing roses lately.  Such a english country garden feel.

The big purple heads of the allium always put on a fun display

This one smelled great- almost looks like a peony

I moved my way up to the random display at the water fountain.  There was actually quite a few people wading in the water there

Like a bald head, the  big dome of the conservatory was refracting light.

Then, what an amazing view!  The lookout over Vancouver always makes me breathless.

Did you check out that peace sign in the garden?

I ended at Seasons in the Park for lunch with my friend Darren.  I got hit on by one of the serving staff. That's what you call a good day!