Daily Photo – The Avon River in Christchurch

I’d spent some time exploring the Riverside Market, one of those multi-level indoor places filled with restaurants, bars, and all manner of food vendors. Once I was sufficiently fed and watered, I left the hustle and bustle behind and made my way down to the nearby Avon River.

I have to admit, I do like the Avon River. It makes for a lovely stroll through the centre of the city, following its gentle curves as it ambles along. Since I was already on foot, I followed it for a while as it twisted and turned its way through central Christchurch.

Along the way, I discovered that if I were to keep going, I’d eventually end up at Pegasus Bay, where it meets the sea. Or, to be precise, it first slips into the Avon-Heathcote Estuary. From there, it finds its way out through a narrow gap between Sumner and Southshore before finally reaching Pegasus Bay. It’s a slightly roundabout ending, which suits the Avon rather well. It never seems in much of a hurry to get anywhere.