Things about Regina - Pt.4

This will be my last post in this series. Farewell Regina.

TITLE: Wascana, the Leg, and the geese.

Saskatoon may be proud of it's beautiful river and the Meeswasin park system along it, but Wascana park in Regina can certainly be ranked in the same category of a beautiful park setting. The Wascana Centre (click here) includes the lake, the leg, etc., and holds the distinction of being larger than Central Park, and is the 4th largest urban park in North America.

It is home to an large population of migratory Canadian Geese, so much so that each year they round up a bunch and relocate them somewhere else...I dunno where.

And of course, the Saskatchewan Legislative Building is a wonder. Really, I could do a whole series of posts on it alone. Built in 1908 to 1912, and is actually the largest capital building in Canada. Tours are free to the public.

During my last 8 months in Regina, I would walk through the park everyday to work. I miss those walks. In the evening, when I would stroll past the gas lanterns that burned perpetually, I would feel like I was in Narnia or something.

Things about Regina - Pt.3

Well, even though I have now been living in Saskatoon for the better part of three weeks, I still want to finish up my "Things about Regina" series.

This entry is about graffiti. In Regina, there seems to be an influx of building owners that have intentionally graffiti on their property. This stuff that has evidently been commissioned by the building owner, as it is far more than a simple "tag" and is not removed.

This is exterior art, and done well it kinda spruces up the urban landscape. It makes it more interesting, like hanging art in your home. This is only a sampling of what has been done.

Along 13th Ave on a business I can't recall at the moment.

Here are two ladies who didn't appreciate the un-commissioned graffiti on their building.

On Viet Thai...oh how I miss your noodle bowls and coconut curry soup!Another one along 13th. This one has been there for a while.
The sign says the Freehouse, but it is actually the back wall of Viet Thai.
On the alley side of the confectionery on 13th Ave.

So You Want To Become An Architect

I did, until I saw this video! (warning - content advisory)