Juxtaposition - Vancouver Views

Vancouver combines the Old and the New, and blends it into Now. Certain heritage buildings have been saved from destruction and sit juxtapositioned between the shiny, reflective, and sleek in the downtown core.  We'll start at the water.


Canada Place Convention Centre - Dockside

Vancouver's premier convention centre with a beautiful view.  The marine traffic sports variety, too. Parking can be tough in our city.

Canada Place with Submarine and Ship in berths, by DG Hudson

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The Vancouver Sun building, a newspaper icon, is shown in the background on the left (the name emblazoned at the very top ledge) and the original Sears Tower, now called Harbour Centre, is on the right background. In between these two stalwarts, this new blue design has added a bit of colour.

Vancouver Style - Old and New by DG Hudson

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The Marine Building, with its Art Deco design is contrasted by its neighbors, mirrored and reflective. In the foreground is a polished sculpture of Dolphins. In my haste, I neglected to get the details about the sculpture.

Marine Building with Dolphin sculpture, DG Hudson

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The Vancouver Art Gallery (formerly the Courthouse) faces Robson Street, a popular meeting spot. Robson Square offers street buskers and other interesting events, wide sidewalks, shops and eateries of various types. In spring and summer, you might find a band or two performing here.


The Hotel Vancouver , known for the greenish tinge of its copper roof, is on the left behind the Art Gallery. This Fairmont hotel was one of several 'railway hotels' owned by the rail companies which connected the provinces.

Art Gallery, Hotel Vancouver, and Robson St. by DG Hudson

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Dramatic design, minimal and reflective to lighten the effect. The sleek exterior may appeal to those who value a great view.

Vancouver Architecture by DG Hudson

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Christ Church Cathedral at Georgia and Burrard, sits across the street from The  Hotel Vancouver. These photos were taken when we were on our way to Christ Church Cathedral, another Heritage building in the downtown core, for a by-donation concert performed by the West Coast Symphony.
Update:
On my other blog, 21st Century Journal-Music in the Rafters, I've written about this old church in Vancouver.

Christ Church Cathedral and Hotel Vancouver, by DG Hudson

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Do you have buildings like this in your city or town? Older? More modern? Know any of these sights? I'd be interested in your responses. Please share in the comments and thanks for visiting.


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References:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine_Building The Marine Building

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hotel_Vancouver The Hotel Vancouver

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Vancouver Views - Brockton Point, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen's Garden and More

As part of the Vancouver Views series, this post features a few of the local spots in Vancouver, British Columbia. From a multicultural city with the charm of a 'town', it has grown to a major metropolis. Hope you enjoy the tour.  There will be more of these posts in the coming weeks.

Brockton Point in Stanley Park, Vancouver, by DG Hudson

This view of Brockton Point shows Burrard Inlet in the background on a sunny day and is part of the Stanley Park* drive running through this large city park. Many tourists and locals visit here year round. As a scenic spot, it's quite popular for weddings, group shots, etc.  Located at the east end of Stanley Park, it was named for Francis Brockton. The Brockton Point Lighthouse is an automated light.

*Stanley Park will be featured in another post.


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The BC Hydro Building, located in downtown Vancouver, was photographed from a parkade roof. Standing tall behind the church steeples, it towers over the city and brightens our life with electricity. You can't always see the architecture when too many tall buildings cluster together, but for now, this one is visible. Links follow the post for more information.

BC Hydro Building, Vancouver, by DG Hudson

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Statue of Harry Jerome, a runner of Olympian quality from the 1960s, against the Canada Place Sails on the left and the Vancouver city skyline. This statue rewards one of our local athletes from the city's past. Harry was born in Saskatchewan, one of the prairie provinces.

Harry Jerome statue, Vancouver, by DG Hudson

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Dr. Sun Yat-Sen's Chinese Garden, on the edge of Vancouver's Chinatown, is a peaceful, beautiful oriental garden and museum. Gifts of custom chopsticks, and other collectible gifts are displayed, as well as smaller copies of the Dragon head used for the Chinese New Year's festivities. The first garden of it's kind outside of China, the museum also displays information about the history behind its creation.

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Garden, Vancouver, BC, by DG Hudson

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Have you ever been to Vancouver? Do you travel or prefer to explore your own country? What is your favourite city to explore?
Please share in the comments. I'm always listening. Thanks for dropping by.

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References

http://www.venturevancouver.com/brockton-point-stanley-park Brockton Point

http://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/sites-landmarks-and-totem-poles.aspx
Vancouver visitor sites

http://vancouverchinesegarden.com/mission-history/ History of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden

http://www.aviewoncities.com/buildings/vancouver/bchydrocentre.htm BC Hydro

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Jerome Harry Jerome

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