My "clever" guess was wrong. Quite wrong.
It's something far more special and unique; it's an art maze.
From their web site, I learned at the creators of the maze, Bernt and Nicole moved from Germany to Canada in 2002. Ever since Bernt was a teenager he had dreamed of building a maze; beginning in 2012 he began making his dream a reality. With contributions from artists around the globe his dream became a reality when the maze opened its doors in August of 2018.
We spent ten minutes before we even entered the maze taking photos of each other in one of the "windows". Some sections were mirrored, some were open, some were glass. Look at the pics below and you'll see how fascinating and confusing these windows are. I'm sure that children would love this just as much as we did.
Donna's head is there but where is her body ? |
And there is Kelly' head and half of my body. |
Within the maze the "walls" are made of netting up which various vines are climbing. For now you can see through the maze but it is still a challenge to find your way around...and OUT.
The world is your house, no need for a key. |
Tea cups overhead. (and saucers on the floor) |
With nearly a kilometer of paths to explore, concrete sculptures, murals and mosaics created by artists from around the world, you won't know where to look first and you certainly won't be disappointed.
I loved the concrete cave house. |
Some features were hard to miss; like the shark.
While other things were easily overlooked. It was only when I was editing the photo (below) of Kelly and Donna that I spotted a detail I had missed when I was there. Can you see it ?
There's a face in the metal tree ! See it now ?
We played the gongs. The long one resonated for ages.
I think this could be my motto. |
I wish more people knew about this magical place and so I'm telling you. If you live in Nova Scotia add it to this summer's exploration list.
If you're from away tell your friends who may be heading down this way.
You can learn more about the maze and its creation at: http://www.be-amazed.bernart.ca/about/
They're on FaceBook at: https://www.facebook.com/bernartca/
Here are some more photos that help give you a sense of the place. Enjoy !
Very cool! It looks like so much fun! Beats a corn maze all to hell, that's for sure.
ReplyDeleteOh I love corn mazes too !
DeleteThanks for your visit Sybil and the wonderful write up. Hope to see you again sometime.
ReplyDeletePretty sure I'll be bringing visiting chums ...
DeleteCan we go there?
ReplyDeleteWe'll add it to the list ... lol
DeleteIt was so much fun! Everywhere you look, there's something fun to see. And then when you turn around, you see something you missed!
ReplyDeleteand I'm pretty sure I missed a lot
DeleteI was wondering if my nieces and sister-in-law have been to visit this place? A bit more elaborate than Hampton Court Maze!
ReplyDeleteBe sure to tell them about it Dean. They'd enjoy it I'm sure.
DeleteWow. Must share this with my daughter. I've never heard of it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteIt's pretty new Bonnie. Opened last August and it looks like it's only open three months of the year ! Definitely a hidden treasure. And it'll only get better as the vines grow and they expand the maze.
DeleteOMG! I love this place! I would love to explore this for real! WOW! What amazingly creative artists they are!
ReplyDeleteI want to go back in the fall ... apparently they're expanding.
DeleteTotally amazing! What a lovely find, Sybil. So whimsical...
ReplyDeleteQuite wonderful Kathy. I know YOU would love it.
DeleteThat maze is a treasure, full of art and treats for the eye and mind.
ReplyDeleteSorry for the long delay in responding Terra. The system is not notifying me of new blog comments. Have you been to the maze ? Apparently they are going to be expanding it over time ...
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