Austin - Capitol Grounds, Rising Blooms

Back in June of 2019 the wife and I went for a stay in Austin.  Chenjean had some training downtown, so during the day the Bigger Cahoona and I had nothing to do but explore and play.  Over a four-day stay we focused on the capitol building and environs, as well as some time by the riverside.  Very hot, though, so tried to get as much as possible early in the day.

We'll start by posting some shots of the capitol grounds, then the exterior of the capitol building, then go inside.  The pic above is one of the first captured during the trip.