At the entrance to the Boardwalk Casino is a fountain, and it doubles up as a wishing well. This little guy just kept wanting to throw coins in... (a bit like the adults inside at the slot machines hehe) hope it's not a sign of things to come!
This little cafe, round the corner from our house, is one of that dying breed of old fashioned family stores, which sell everything. You can't imagine how it all fits into the small space, but no matter what obscure item you ask for (enamelled coffee cup, paraffin lamp, fishing tackle, you name it) they seem to have it in stock.It is in Richmond Hill, and as you can see from the architecture, was built some time in the 1930s. It…
Beach front flats looking over Kings Beach. They must have wonderful views of the area.
Sea gulls coming in to land. The wetland provides a quiet haven for the many birds that frequent the area. In the backgrond is the tank farm and the ore dump.
Every now and again one comes across a gem that you did not know existed, like this wetland at Kings Beach, which is made brighter by these gazanias.In the background you can see one of the fuel tanks at the tank farm and the manganese ore dumps, that will hopefully be relocated to Coega. These have always been a blight in the area and all efforts to have them moved, up to now, have proved fruitless.
Walking on the harbour wall is not allowed, but if you climb the dunes you can get a good view of what is happening in the area. The bay was very calm on Sunday with very little wind, but it did not deter this yacht from going out.
It is a comfortable walk from the Kings Beach parking lot to the harbour wall. There is always something happening in the area. On some days you will see dolphins swimming past, or you can watch the water sport, or just enjoy the the variety of sea birds that frequent the area.
In the thirty years that we have lived in Port Elizabeth, we could probably count the number of times we have been to Kings Beach on one hand. The reason being that we have always gone to other beaches. Today I felt the need to go for a walk and while Sue was busy preparing for an exhibition, I took a stroll on Kings Beach and had such a good time, it could become one of my favourite places.
Time to take a break from climbing bell towers and checking out the view and have some dinner. Tonights choice is Aviators Pub and Grub, which is located in Allister Miller Drive alongside the Airport. It has a distinct aviation feel and atmosphere and serves a great steak.The aircraft is an Impala MkI. It was used as a trainer in the SA Airforce but has long since pensioned off.