Centennial Park, Paddington Gates
Paddington Gates is an entrance to Centennial Park located on the corner Oxford Street and Lang Road, providing access from the eastern suburb of Paddington. The five sandstone columns with cast iron gates were designed by Government Architect, Walter Liberty Vernon for the park's official dedication in 1888, Australia's centenary of European settlement. A plaque on the on the central column celebrates this event.
An impressive entrance!
ReplyDeleteIntriguing gates!
ReplyDeleteInteresting structure.
ReplyDeletePaddington - it reminds me on the huge Paddinnton stuffed bears I saw at LAX airport:) These gates are very nice, and I appreciate you sharing these with SEASONS! Have a happy week:)
ReplyDeleteImposing entrance....the park looks interesting!
ReplyDeleteClassy entrance.
ReplyDeleteNice!
ReplyDeleteVery regal entrance and wonderful photo!
ReplyDeleteHappy Week to you ~ ^_^
Wonderful looking gates!
ReplyDeletebeautiful symmetry! have a lovely day! {via seasons}
ReplyDeleteA very grand entrance Jim.
ReplyDeleteGreat architecture, very impressive entrance.
ReplyDeleteLisa @ LTTL