Paddington, John Thompson Fountain
The John Thompson Fountain is located in Walter Read Reserve, in the inner city suburb of Paddington. It is part of the Paddington Reservoir Gardens, the redeveloped 19th century reservoir, at the corner of Oatley Road and Oxford Street. John Thompson was a poet and broadcaster who loved Paddington.
Hi! Nice capture. Your photo is very beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWonder if they names these places after the same ones in the UK to make them feel at home. Looks a nice garden to walk round in from the Info
ReplyDeleteI suspect that's partly why they did it back in the early days of the colony. They later became more adventurous and started using Aboriginal names.
DeleteI like the arched feature in the background highlighting the fountain.
ReplyDeleteYes, lovely, nice catch!
ReplyDeleteJim, your lovely sunny images from Down Under always brighten up my day!
ReplyDeleteA very austere looking area Jim.
ReplyDeleteWonderful spot!
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nice patterns..i like the subtlety of the water
ReplyDeleteAs usual well researched, I have not noticed this fountain, thanks.
ReplyDeleteWish I was there to view in person.
ReplyDeleteInteresting information about the fountain. The other thing I noticed was the wonderful pattern and texture of the wall behind it. Terrific!
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