30 September 2011

Street scene


I've been on a black and white kick with many of my shots from Rochester. Somehow the stone facade here seems to cry out for monochrome. I also like the street lamp. Photo taken in September 2011. To see more monochrome shots from around the world, visit the Weekend in Black and White.

29 September 2011

Perspective


Here's another view on High Falls which runs through downtown Rochester. I'm amazed you can actually get so close to the point where the water rushes over. Photo taken in September 2011.

28 September 2011

Old building


I am guessing this building was erected in 1873. I love all the old architecture in Rochester, the details are just fantastic! To see more interesting signs, visit Signs, Signs. Photo taken in September 2011.

27 September 2011

Golfing bench


The Batavia golf course was fantastic to play and what made it even better was the landscaping at each tee box. There were so many beautiful flowers and they were so perfectly arranged, just wonderful! Photo taken in September 2011.

26 September 2011

Another course


This is the clubhouse at the Batavia Country Club golf course, just outside Rochester. It's not really much of a country club, but the golf here was fantastic. And I loved the rustic look of the clubhouse and they way it was landscaped. Photo taken in September 2011.

25 September 2011

Le pont de Rennes


This beauty spans the Genese River just past the High Falls. It celebrates the friendship between Rochester and its sister city Rennes, a place I happen to know very well! 


Visit the Sunday Bridges series to see more bridges from around the world. Photo taken in September 2011.

24 September 2011

Mill street


I love all the old stone buildings in the High Falls area of Rochester. It seemed that each one was more attractive than the last. Photo taken in September 2011.

23 September 2011

Morning mist


A light morning mist hangs on the air over Ravenwood golf course. I really enjoyed playing here, the course was well-maintained and the scenery was beautiful. You can't beat that! Photo taken in September 2011.

22 September 2011

Terraced restaurant


I would have loved to try this restaurant, but it was closed for a wedding. Maybe next time I'm in Rochester. This terrace has a wonderful view right over the High Falls I showed you a few days ago. I can see why it would be a popular choice for a reception. Photo taken in September 2011.

21 September 2011

Blue bench


I really enjoyed downtown Rochester. All those old brick buildings give it a certain charm. And the benches are also rather comfy! Photo taken in September 2011.

20 September 2011

Red door


I can't resist taking a shot of a red door. I've always wanted one on my home. Maybe one of these days...  I also like the stone facade and the detailing around the top of this building I found in downtown Rochester. Photo taken in September 2011. Take a look at Ruby Tuesday to see more red shots from around the world.

19 September 2011

The Falls


The main attraction of downtown Rochester is the waterfall. It's not as impressive as Niagara Falls, but I still think it's pretty nice. Photo taken in September 2011.

18 September 2011

Floral cafe


Another of the wonderful cafes that lined the streets of Rethmynon. Would have loved to stop here too! Photo taken in May 2011.

17 September 2011

Tasty


This was another restaurant in Crete that I would have loved to try. Tapas and wine sound like a perfect combination to me!

16 September 2011

Ironwork


I love iron fences and they always seem to look even better in black and white. I found this one in Rethmynon, Crete. To see more monochrome shots, visit the Weekend in Black and White.

15 September 2011

Empty street


There was just something I liked about this empty street. It looks lonely, like it's waiting for someone to make some noise. A toddler perhaps? Photo taken in May 2011.

14 September 2011

Decorative doorway


The doorways in Rethmynon were also fantastic. I am sure this entrance looks even better once the plants have come out a bit. Photo taken in May 2011.

13 September 2011

Cute cafe


Rethmynon was filled with cute cafes and restaurants. I would have loved to sit down at one of these tables if I had had a bit more time. Photo taken in May 2011.

12 September 2011

Moving on


After the monastery, we moved on to Rethymnon. It's one of those old port cities with a pedestrian area and lots of charm. Also a great place for photogs! Photo taken in May 2011.

11 September 2011

Purple delight


The courtyard of the monastery was filled with floral delight. Every kind of flower you can imagine seemed to be in bloom. I especially liked these purple daisies. Sometimes the simplest blooms can be the most beautiful. Photo taken in May 2011.

To see more flowers from around the world, visit Today's Flowers.

10 September 2011

Looking out


A look out at the landscape surrounding the Arkadi Monastery. So green and gorgeous, wish I was still there... Photo taken in May 2011.

09 September 2011

Peeking through


A beautiful blue sky peeks through the trellis over this walkway at the Monastery. Did I mention that I loved this place? Photo taken in May 2011.

To see more skies from around the world, visit Skywatch.

08 September 2011

Arched shadows


One of the lovely corridors at the Arkadi Monastery. The place was just gorgeous and a photographer's dream! Photo taken in May 2011.

07 September 2011

Back view


The back side of the church inside the Arkadi Monastery. If you look to the left, you'll even see a tourist who took the time to stop and smell the roses! Photo taken in May 2011.

06 September 2011

Arkadi beauty


This is the beautiful baroque style Eastern Orthodox church that graces the interior of the Arkadi Monastery. It's the first thing you'll see when you follow yesterday's paved path into the monastery. It was fantastic to visit inside, but unfortunately photos were not allowed. I've got other shots from around the monastery to show you this week though. Photo taken in May 2011.

05 September 2011

Follow the gray brick road...


It will take you right into the Arkadi Monastery, one of the most beautiful places I visited on the island of Crete. Photo taken in May 2011.

04 September 2011

Amaryllis


A beautiful, deep red amaryllis. Seen near the Lake Kournas in Crete. Photo taken in May 2011. To see more beautiful flowers from around the world, visit Today's Flowers.

03 September 2011

Pottery market


I showed some colorful jugs from this pottery market last month. I really liked these lanterns too, but sadly there was no space in my luggage. Photo taken in May 2011.

02 September 2011

Details


Despite being cut back, this tree persists in putting out more branches. I love the details and they look even better in black and white. Photo taken in May 2011. To see more monochrome shots from around the world, visit the Weekend in Black and White.

Confidential to my brother: Happy Birthday!

01 September 2011

Look up


A view onto the beautiful mosaic wall on the cruise ship. I think this photo gives a nice perspective on it. Photo taken in May 2011.
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