we traveled a few miles in to Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia. There we went to the Visitor's Center which was located at the Annapolis Tidal Generating Station. Built in 1984 as a demonstration plant, the ATGS is the only tidal generating station in North America and remains one of few in the world. At peak output the station generates enough power for 4,500 homes. We rode back into town and walked over to Ft. Anne historic site. It was amazing at the defense mechanisms they had when the French built this fort. (the huge dune like hills that hid the land activity and the tunnels that were used). we walked through the Historic gardens and then we had our MOD at the German Bakery and Cafe next door. our meal was Hungarian tomato soup and Snitzel sandwich. A great day of exploring new places!!
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looking down upon the turbine
that the water spins which is connected
to the generator |
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| look at the size of the station's computer |
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| operations are as much as 60 feet below |
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| view from the observation deck |
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| Hutchins Pharmacy |
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| Annapolis Historical Gardens |
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| Bruce, stopping to smell the roses! |
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| like a beautiful bouquet |
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A replica of a 17th century Acadian home
thatched roof |
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| An exterior bake oven |
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| A beautiful garden |
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| German Bakery and Cafe |
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| Enjoying a MOD!! |
Until next time
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