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Peace Tower (left), Entrance Gates (top right), East Block (bottom right) |
Our first stop at our nation's capital was Parliament Hill.
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Centre Block |
If you're a Canadian resident, you can request the flag that has flown on the Peace Tower...but be prepared for a looooong waiting period: 54 years!
The World of Tea store is also located in downtown Ottawa, a few blocks away from Parliament Hill.
The Asian-style teapots and tea accessories.
I captured so many images on my camera that the store keeper, who granted me permission to take photographs, asked if I was planning to open up my own tea store. I wish!
The next day, we visited The Tea Store at ByWard Market.
I loved the idea of picking and mixing your own teabags (left image).
The Tea Store also had tables for patrons to sit and enjoy their cups of tea (not pictured).
The Tea Store also had tables for patrons to sit and enjoy their cups of tea (not pictured).
I could have spent hours browsing through the different types and brands of teas!
I was good and limited my purchase to only three teas.
I was good and limited my purchase to only three teas.
I brought the Sweet Watermelon Oolong home with me because of its heavenly scent.
The Sweet Watermelon Oolong tasted sweet and juicy--the perfect fruity tea to quench your thirst in the summertime!
LANG mug |
Tea Time
Instant wisdom brewed here
Just add water
I'm joining the following parties this week: