Stunning Picton Wharf on a late winter's day


Last Friday morning we were on a mission to drive to Nelson in the South Island of New Zealand. From where we are it is a 6 1/2 hour drive to Wellington, then another 2 hours on the Interislander ferry then another 2 hours to our destination.

After a busy weekend while on the ferry back to Wellington this is the sight we saw of Picton - I think it's a perfect example of how stunning our scenery here is.

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Comments

eileeninmd said…
It is a lovely scene, beautiful view of the water and the mountains! Great shot, have a happy new week!
17 August 2015 at 21:10
Rhonda Albom said…
That is a stunning photo. I don't remember Picton being this beautiful when we passed through. The lighting is really interesting.
17 August 2015 at 21:31
Wayne said…
That's quite a long trip; the 2 hour ferry ride must have been a nice break. Wow, what a destination! Gorgeous!
18 August 2015 at 04:46
Mari said…
It's stunning indeed! Love it when water look still on a cloudy day. It's pretty calm.
18 August 2015 at 05:52
EG CameraGirl said…
Yes, extremely lovely!
18 August 2015 at 07:23
mick said…
Great photo of Picton. The harbor looks like a very busy place. Definitely beautiful scenery.
18 August 2015 at 07:24
Fun60 said…
Such a beautiful scene.
18 August 2015 at 08:14
Photo Cache said…
You captured this prettyness so beautifully.
18 August 2015 at 10:07
NatureFootstep said…
the rocky part of NZ. Beautiful but wet. At least when I visited :)
18 August 2015 at 10:26
GreenComotion said…
That is a very beautiful scene, well captured!
Have a Happy Week!
Peace :)
18 August 2015 at 10:54
Kayger said…
Wow, that looks stunning. It actually looks like something that's been painted :)
18 August 2015 at 11:34
Dan said…
Captivating scene; the lighting and clouds definitely set a somber mood against the greenery and water.
21 August 2015 at 08:36
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