Jules/
All the King's Horses
In the centre of Queen's Park is a huge equestian statue of Edward VII. The statue is much larger than life size. It dominates the centre of the park. The interesting thing is, and I have walked by this statue many a time but did not read the plaque and so I didnt know until a few days ago, that this statue was actually in Edward Park in Delhi India. It was "gifted' by the Indian Government in 1969 to Canada via the Canadian High Commisioner to India. Of course this statue takes us away to a time when the King was Emperor of India...and the British Raj was still in play. I cant help think that the old man sitting abreast his stallion had to endure the incredible heat of Delhi only to be sent to face the dreadful freezing temperatures of Toronto !!!!! What must a King do these days to get a little respect :) Have a great week guys.
All the King's Horses
In the centre of Queen's Park is a huge equestian statue of Edward VII. The statue is much larger than life size. It dominates the centre of the park. The interesting thing is, and I have walked by this statue many a time but did not read the plaque and so I didnt know until a few days ago, that this statue was actually in Edward Park in Delhi India. It was "gifted' by the Indian Government in 1969 to Canada via the Canadian High Commisioner to India. Of course this statue takes us away to a time when the King was Emperor of India...and the British Raj was still in play. I cant help think that the old man sitting abreast his stallion had to endure the incredible heat of Delhi only to be sent to face the dreadful freezing temperatures of Toronto !!!!! What must a King do these days to get a little respect :) Have a great week guys.