Prince of Wales Bridge
I think I finally found where Ottawa’s rebel youth is going to smoke pot and to talk about overpowering the government — at least, I like to think that if there is such a place, that’s where it is. Phew. I feel slightly relieved: at times, pretty Ottawa can seem a tad too polished and clean.
Not so far from Parliament hill, the Prince of Wales bridge is an old rail bridge that joins Ontario to Québec. As rail transport eventually diminished during the 20th century, it was abandoned. There are always talks of using it for a rail project that would connect to the existing O-Train but so far, the bridge remains unused.
I often drive on the Ottawa River Parkway and kept on noticing this old bridge. Eventually, we decided to go have a look. It is officially closed to the public but the door was open and frankly, I couldn’t care less about “danger” signs when I want to take pictures.
Urban decay is something I find fascinating – blame my French artistic upbringing. On top of having nice lines to use for photography, I love the colourful and somewhat witty graffiti on the pillars of the bridge. This place had a soul.
You can see the whole Ottawa Spring set here.
 Bridge Entrance |
 Spider Web |
 By The Water |
 Terrasse de la Chaudière |
 Across the Fence |
 Eat the Rich |
 Prince of Wales |
 Wise Advice |
 The Bridge |
 Drawing |
 What Ya say? |
 Train Tracks |
 Feng |
 Graffiti |
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Haha, I think it just shows how different our cultures are. You are relieved to find that there are people who want to overthrow the government and I think I would be um, less than amused. I remember when I first moved here and was horrified by all of the strikes (2005-when that boy was killed while being pursued by police). It is strange how similar and different our cultures are, non?
@micki — I’m sure you would have!
@DianeCA — Oh yes, I took pictures of frozen fences last winter too! I liked this spider web, even though I’m not a huge spider fan.
@Gledwood — I used to love traveling by train in France, but Canada and North America in general is all about cars or buses. Trains are so comfortable… and fast too! I miss them sometimes.
@Tulsa Gentleman — Rail srevice in Canada isn’t great either. Just between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, it’s slow, doesn’t have a convenient schedule and it is expensive. That’s too bad.
@London Caller — I heard that about the spraying water technique. Haven’t tried it though, I use real rain when needed
@Seraphine — Thank you! It’s not trespassing, it’s just… having a look?
@Paola — Thank you!
@Beth — I do ackowledge warming though. Like sometimes, I take picture of the signs
@Ghosty Kips — I certainly hope they are conspiring against the gov’! Granted, Harper is no Bush but he is not quite a good leader either.
@Soleil — Ottawa is a picturesque postcard-perfect kind of city so yes, not much urban decay. I heard about Detroit… while decay is interesting I think I’d rather live in Ottawa!
@Angela — Funny, isn’t it? I guess I’m still French after all. I can’t let go of the idea that revolutions are a cool thing. Damn!
ça me fait grand plaisir que tu me suives, ça encourage !
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I always am fascinated by the photographs you take of random places that typically suggest decay and deterioration, but as you said, there is a certain aesthetic to it that you do well in bringing out!
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terrific shots!!!! i really like the cobweb, and all the ones looking down the tracks are really nice!
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