Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Big G

There were still banners up all over Glasgow, though I missed the excitement of the Commonwealth Games which ended three weeks before I arrived. 



And now it is time for the Ryder Cup, being held this year at Gleneagles
but what was most upsetting and disappointing, was that the Big G that sat in George Square since the end of May was being dismantled on the day I arrived!! 

There is a rumour that it may be placed permanently on display at another location, which would be a wonderful idea as it was a huge hit with locals and tourists. It had a similar appeal as the I amsterdam sign in Museumplein and looked like this
photo taken from this website, which is an interesting read in itself about the city during the games.

11 comments:

  1. It looks crowded. It is still 2014, they should have kept the Big G up.

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    1. It was very crowded - you forget about that, living in a Canada!

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  2. Saw the opening ceremonies on TV. The Scots should be proud how the games were handled.

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    1. my cousin was volunteering. she enjoyed it, but said it was hard work and long hours! everyone was still talking about it wherever we went.

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  3. Well, at least you managed to see a part of it..:)

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  4. Lots of history made in Scotland this summer!

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  5. Lovely banners. Too bad you missed the games. Bet they were a good time.

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  6. Great selection! The Ryder Cup was in Rochester, NY, my hometown several years ago. Tom The Backroads Traveller

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  7. Those banners look so bright and proud. Lovely addition to the streetscape.

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  8. Colorful and creative shots of the festivities! Thanks for 'visiting' my blog ~ happy weekend to you!

    artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)

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