Located on Sydney Harbour, Lavender Bay enjoys beautiful parklands, …
… magnificent harbour views, …
… and relaxing foreshore walks.
Back in 1824, this bay was actually home to a convicts-housed ship called "Phoenix", due to the overcrowded Sydney Goal.
What a nice place for a floating prison!!! Also home to Wendy Whiteley's "Secret Garden", …
… this garden is a private sanctuary of love and loss, but one performed in a spirit of renewal. Now shared by all in Sydney, Wendy’s artwork have become a noted Sydney landmark, offering an enchanting corner that consists of both native and exotic plants, herbs and towering fig trees in this busy city.
And if you are wondering if there are actually any lavender plants there, yes, there are!!
Otherwise, why call it Lavender Bay, right?
P/S: This bay was actually named after George Lavender, an officer in charge of the "Phoenix".
Photo credits: Chrys
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