Lake Burley Griffin is an artificial lake, created by daming the Molonglo River. There was no lake on my first visit to Canberra - it was still just a river, although I seem to recall the bridges were either built or being built.
From the Botanic Gardens it was off to Regatta Point to view the Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet. From memory, this was a gift from Britain for the bicentiennial of the founding of the colony of New South Wales.
Nearing 4PM, at which time the jet stops! Government town, I guess. This jogger is enjoying some late afternoon sunshine.
The Centenary Carillon is to the right of the fountain.
The Defence Department buildings in Russel are to the left of the fountain. The US eagle sits atop the pole, though not really visible in the photo.
A female darter is enjoying a rest on the edge of the lake.
A male darter, although quite some distance from the female above.
The jet and the National Library building - one of the less obnoxious buildings along the shore, to my mind.
The Museum of Australia, on Acton Peninsula, as seen from under the Commonwealth Avenue Bridge.
The flag pole atop the New Parliament House, as seen from under the Commonwealth Avenue Bridge.
From here I headed over to the Museum of Australia, but being a government town, it closed at 5PM, so I had only about 30 minutes to explore it. Probably worth another visit, when more time is available.
Then it was back to my hosts, for some pleasant evening conversation before walking to a local Chinese restaurant for a very enjoyable meal with Peter, Sarah and Callum.
Strolling Around The Gardens
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