I hold a particular fondness for picturesque, usually seaside, villages (which goes some way to explain why I enjoy Doc Martin). I haven't made it to Europe yet, and I still find it utterly fascinating that the English can travel to France for a day trip whereas for me it would take the best of two days. Whenever my mind wanders to living somewhere like New York, I think ultimately I'd find the pace too hectic.
New Zealand is a young country, and though not in the same league as Europe we do still have some beautiful (younger) heritage and historical buildings. But sadly it seems the government gives too much free reign to distasteful developers, allowing these old buildings to be demolished for cheap eyesores. I do wonder what this city will look like in another 50 years. Where will our history go?
So sometimes I dream of places like these (bern switzerland, cuenca spain, dinant belgium and portofino italy):
New Zealand is a young country, and though not in the same league as Europe we do still have some beautiful (younger) heritage and historical buildings. But sadly it seems the government gives too much free reign to distasteful developers, allowing these old buildings to be demolished for cheap eyesores. I do wonder what this city will look like in another 50 years. Where will our history go?
So sometimes I dream of places like these (bern switzerland, cuenca spain, dinant belgium and portofino italy):
But just so you don't go away thinking I am unpatriotic, here is an image of my hometown in Hawkes Bay, shot by local Sandy Austin early one morning this year:
And Havelock North is, in fact, a small seaside village!
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wow what a stunning photo of Havelock North. I was brought up in Napier and know Havelock well :) I used to love Doc Martin too, especially the theme music which I just adored!
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I live in Auckland and love the Bay of Plenty. Thanks for adding my pic, it's sunrise as seen from Te Mata Peak in Havelock North.
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