During our vacation to Switzerland last August,when we were in Lucerne we were staying near the Lucerne train station.Just a minute away from our hotel was Lake Lucerne
As we decided to take an evening stroll by the lake, our first reaction was... WOW!!! It’s so beautiful…and then the camera and the cameraman went into action while the kids and I sat down to breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the view... Hiya who was one and a half then, was very fascinated by the swans in the lake.
As we decided to take an evening stroll by the lake, our first reaction was... WOW!!! It’s so beautiful…and then the camera and the cameraman went into action while the kids and I sat down to breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the view... Hiya who was one and a half then, was very fascinated by the swans in the lake.
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We did cross Chapel Bridge a heritage wooden bridge which was almost destroyed in a fire and then reconstructed. It's a nice old bridge with sights of swans and ducks in the river and pretty flowers running along the wooden rails. There were old pictures which made it a special.
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Can you see that wooden bridge right across???
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had these lovely blooms...
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As we continued with our stroll…the lake looked so tranquil and serene. The water was so clear and we loved seeing the reflections of those beautiful swans in them.
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my favourite...
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and a duck...
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Much of the shoreline rises steeply into mountains up to 1,500 m above the lake, resulting in many picturesque views. The sunset was lovely and we just could not resist returning the next day…even though we were exhausted from our trip to Mt. Titlis. Will share that soon.However before we got caught in the rains we got these shots:)
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Steamers on the lake...
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Thank
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and have a great day!!!
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the waters are beautiful! perfect swan shots. gorgeous and peaceful.
ReplyDeleteHi Shantana, Switzerland is one place I have ALWAYS had on my 'list' of places to visit... Not sure I'll ever get there ---so I may just enjoy it through your photos. Love all of the pictures along the lake... BUT--my favorite was the one with the mountains in the background... WOW!!!! Gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Betsy
Gorgeous scenery! The swans are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous swan shots! Love the reflections.
ReplyDeleteI can not envision a more serene setting!
ReplyDeleteWow. These are spectacular images, picture postcard perfect !
ReplyDeleteWow! What a beautiful series of images. It's almost impossible to choose a favourite. The scenery is stunning and the reflections are wonderfully serene. The swans and the duck are beautiful. I love the duck upside down!!! I captured a very similar shot of our black swan and linked it up with World Bird Wednesday a couple of months ago!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful holiday destination.
A different world altogether. The views are stunning! Great shots of the birds and the blooms...goodness, I'd go crazy!! And I love the reflections!
ReplyDeleteI've been there, but was not a camera nut then. Thankfully you are; great job. Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
ReplyDeleteLike your shots of Switzerland. Not a place I've been to but your shots make it look so inviting.
ReplyDeleteLovely vacination you took.
ReplyDeleteNice post, - perfect for WBW!
ReplyDeleteGreat scenery and lovely reflections of the fowl in the water. yummy!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful scenery and the still waters of the lake - and the swans - are perfect!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a great vacation.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots from a wonderful place.
Mette
Wonderful images.. all of them. It's a beautiful country I have been lucky enough to visit.
ReplyDeleteLovely photos.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous place to visit! I love the swans and the lake is beautiful. Thanks for sharing, have a great day!
ReplyDeleteYour photos are lovely!
ReplyDeleteThe images of the swans and their reflections are lovely!!
Such gorgeous captures of a gorgeous place! Switzerland/Lucerne were favorite places to visit when I lived in Europe! I do love the water, the mountains and the swans!! Thank you so much for stopping by my blog and for your comment! Always appreciated! Hope you are enjoying a great week!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
Stunning shots of a very beautiful place. The swans shots and landscapes were gorgeous. Thanks for your visit to my blog.
ReplyDeleteImpressive shots. This is one of my dream Country to visit one day.
ReplyDeleteHi, thanks for visiting my blog... am glad you enjoyed it. I also like your nature photos. Your flower with that very selective focus is so beautiful. Hope to hear from you again!
ReplyDelete~ Prem
What wonderful scenery! Your shots are so colorful and magical!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful place. Switzerland is a beautiful place. Thank you for taking us there.
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful entry. i have always wanted to go to switzerland!!
ReplyDeletethe ducks and swans were super special with those gorgeous reflections!!
I've never been to Lucerne, but your pictures made me want to go! The old wooden bridge is beautiful, and your evening sun captures of the swans are lovely!
ReplyDeleteThanks Shantana for visiting my site, i was able to see your wonderful tour in Switzerland, which i am not yet blessed to visit. I love your shots, as well as in the previous post.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots, very scenic place. I always thoughjt of Switzerland as only snow.
ReplyDeleteI have been there in my 20th, lol so looooong ago, and couldn't remember that it is such a beautiful place !
ReplyDeleteGreat set of pictures. I know that it’s not really a wild bird, but I do like that snow white duck!
ReplyDeleteStewart M - Australia
You have stunning shots here. Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving a nice comment. I plan to return to view your blog again. Have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteVery nice holiday impressions ... amazing photo work ....
ReplyDeleteBest regards, Karin
a great place and nice birdshots in the evening sun. At least I think it is evening. :)
ReplyDeleteThe reflections of swans are very good!!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous scenery and fabulous swans and ducks -- love the photos! Well done.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous country I have always wanted to visit. Your photos are so clear and crisp and the colors are beautiful. You give all of the pretty pictures of the city and then you treat us to some of the most stunning swan shots I have ever seen. Those reflections are fantastic. genie
ReplyDeleteI came back to complement on your gorgeous banner shot at top of your blog.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment on my blog.
ReplyDeleteHow funny to visit your blog and see photos of my hometown :-)
You really got a beautiful, sunny day and made some outstanding photos! The white duck has been around for some years now, it's a House Duck (no specific specie) - I have always liked the Mute Swans. Too bad, thou, that many people feed them all kind of crap just to take a photo.
Nice to hear that you liked the place.
Wow, what glorious scenes! My dear momma, gone now...always desired a journey to Switzerland, and never got to go. These images are gorgeous, and serene, and the light that you captured along the shore, the beautiful buildings, just breathtaking wonderful! Then add in those Swans, how amazing is that, so many, so beautiful and the water so perfect in colour,...no bottoms up there. Can you tell that I enjoyed this brief glimpse with you. I must see if there are more entries too. Thank you, for this made m morning begin well~
ReplyDeleteRuby...looking forward to meeting you in August! A treat awaits.....
ReplyDeleteSuperb light for these magical shots! Just wonderful.
ReplyDeleteAwesome shots
ReplyDeleteLovely photos, lovely scenery! The swans look so serene. I also like all those pretty flowers.
ReplyDeleteFabulous photos!
ReplyDeleteThank you for posting all your fabulous vacation photos. If it were not for bloggers like you I would never get to see the world. I appreciate your taking me along vicariously on your travels.
ReplyDeleteSpectacularly beautiful pics!
ReplyDeleteYou/ve captured the light beautifully!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! Delightful scenes, colourful flowers and white swans....so lovely.
ReplyDeletedelighting shots, well composed!
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