Cow with African art
Cow painted in bold colors
Date: 01/16/2008
This statue was part of the Boston Cow Parade, an exhibition that lasted throughout the summer. As you can see, this cow was full or rich and bright colors. I think I saw it in Newbury Street. Click on the icon below to see full size.
Back Bay homes
View of the Charles Street in Back Bay, Boston
Date: 01/16/2008
If you have enjoyed a beer at the Cheers Bar in Boston, you can take a look at all the beautiful brownstones houses in Back Bay, one of the toniest neighborhoods in the city. It also has some really fancy restaurants with gourmet food and tiny shops for buying gifts. Click on the icon below to see full size.
Bronze ducklings in Boston Common
A favorite of kids
Date: 01/16/2008
In the heart of the Boston Commons is a bronze sculpture inspired by Robert McCloskey's "Make Way for Ducklings." Make sure that you bring your children along to get some pictures. Plus, the park also has real ducks too. Click on the icon below to see full size.
Cow with butterfly and flowers
Boston Cow parade
Date: 01/16/2008
On this Boston cow parade participant, the artist chose to paint a giant butterfly that was hovering a garden of beautiful flowers. Click on the icon below to see full size.
Swan boat in Boston Common
Take a leisurely ride
Date: 01/16/2008
Compared to the Central Park in New York City, Boston Common is tiny. However, apart from its Duck Tours, a Swan Boat tour is worthwhile just in case you are tired or have kids with you. Click on the icon below to see full size.
Cow with flowers
Boston Cow parade
Date: 01/16/2008
I found that this cow was somewhat more "cow looking" than others in the Cow Parade because it has so little art in it -- but I guess that was the idea. What you should definitely notice is her earrings shaped like the Eiffel Tower.
George Washington Statue
Stands at the entrance to Boston Common
Date: 01/16/2008
If you enter the Boston Common park through the Commonwealth Avenue entrance, this majestic statue is the first one to greet you. If you go during spring or summer, the area is full of beautiful flowers. Great spot for taking photos and to admiring the Boston skyline. Click on the icon below to see full size.
Giorgio Armani boutique on Newbury Street in Boston
A store worth checking out
Date: 01/16/2008
Even if you do not like to get out of the Natick Collection, the boutiques on Newbury Street in Boston are a must-visit. Giorgio Armani and Chanel are my favorites. Click on the icon below to see full size.
A girl studying in Boston Common
Can you really concentrate?
Date: 01/16/2008
During summer the weather in Boston is so good that it would be sin to stay indoors. And considering that the city has so many universities, students head outdoors to study, though with so many opportunities for people watching, I am not sure if you can get much work done. And I am also convinced that she chose the spot carefully because she was wearing a bikini and knew that people were photographing her.
Cow with Boston scenes
Boston cow parade with images of brownstones
Date: 01/16/2008
This was one of my favorites because it shows what I would consider as very typical building design in Boston. Click on the icon below to see full size.
Newbury Street apartments
Fire escape ladders
Date: 01/16/2008
The Newbury Street area in Boston is now primarily a shopping and dining spot. There are several boutiques and that is why it is full of tourists, particularly in spring and summer. But it is also a place to live. Most of the higher floors are actually used as residences. Click on the icon below to see full size.
A cow with peppers
Boston Cow parade exhibit
Date: 01/16/2008
I don't who could have come up with such a clever idea but a painting of peppers on top of a cow? Priceless. Click on the icon below to see full size.
Cow with mirrors
Boston cow parade exhibition
Date: 01/16/2008
To the best of my knowledge, this cow does not have much painting but I don't know if some kind of reflective paint qualifies. It was almost like mirror-work, though excellent. Click on the icon below to see full size.
Churches in Boston
Visit as many as you can
Date: 01/22/2008
When you are in Boston, enjoy the shopping, but do not fail to appreciate its architectural delights. And there is nothing better than visiting some of the churches in the Back Bay area. For instance, this church on Newbury Street (opposite Louis Boston) is a marvelous place to visit.
Boston Public Library
Visit not just for the books
Date: 01/22/2008
If you are in the Newbury Street I really hope that you venture to the Copley Square so that you can admire the Hancock Tower, and of course, the massive library, which is not just a great place to take a break, browse the books and magazines, and grab a bite, but also to enjoy the art and architecture.
Trinity Church in Boston
A national landmark
Date: 01/22/2008
It is one of the oldest churches in New England and is a masterpiece. After restoration, most of the original artwork is now visible. As you are visiting the Copley Square, Newbury Street, and Boston public library, make sure that you go inside.
