The first park in Denver was designed by Henry Meryweather is 1882 and fashioned after English country gardens and NY Central Park. It was further expanded in the early 20th century and now covers a tract of 330 acres.
City Park was originally built a mile outside the city and was accessed by a trolley system. Today, it sits amid urban neighborhoods and is backdropped by downtown skyscrapers. Still considered Denver's premier park, it has grown to encompass Ferril Lake, the Boat Pavilion, the Zoo, the Museum of Nature and Science, and a public golf course.
On a weekday, I find solitude and beauty within its borders.
The Boat Pavilion is built of stucco in the Spanish style, with a red tile roof and ornate wrought iron trim.
The grounds are informal with paved trails and dirt paths inviting exploration.
Ancient trees beckon, no matter the season.
In the hustle and bustle of urban life, the park provides a sanctuary.
Birds and wildlife make a home in the park year-round.
My city house is within walking distance of several urban greenbelts and parks.
Historic City Park is one of my favorites.
I'm at home here in all seasons, too.
Our World
City Park was originally built a mile outside the city and was accessed by a trolley system. Today, it sits amid urban neighborhoods and is backdropped by downtown skyscrapers. Still considered Denver's premier park, it has grown to encompass Ferril Lake, the Boat Pavilion, the Zoo, the Museum of Nature and Science, and a public golf course.
On a weekday, I find solitude and beauty within its borders.
The Boat Pavilion is built of stucco in the Spanish style, with a red tile roof and ornate wrought iron trim.
The grounds are informal with paved trails and dirt paths inviting exploration.
Ancient trees beckon, no matter the season.
In the hustle and bustle of urban life, the park provides a sanctuary.
Birds and wildlife make a home in the park year-round.
My city house is within walking distance of several urban greenbelts and parks.
Historic City Park is one of my favorites.
I'm at home here in all seasons, too.
Our World
Barb, that is a beautiful looking park. You are so fortunate to live nearby so you can walk around it. I loved that last image. Have a great week. Carol
ReplyDeleteStunning photos! The light is beautiful and the colours magnificent.
ReplyDeleteOther than going to the zoo I haven't been to City Park in a long time. You have certainly highlighted the appeal of that beautiful area.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a wonderful haven indeed. Just love that capture of the bird - thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSuperb captures of a gorgeous place, Barb!! I do love City Parks!! Thanks for sharing the beauty! Hope you have a great week!
ReplyDeleteYour first two pictures are great, I also like the little bird hiding.
ReplyDeleteGreetings,
Filip
So nice that you have such a beautiful place to visit. Beautiful images you have captured!!
ReplyDeleteO how wonderful! Thank you for sharing your beautiful life.
ReplyDeleteI really did not know there was a boathouse. Why doesn't my sister take me there?
ReplyDeleteIt is wonderful to have a nice park close to home! Lovely series of photos and scenery. And I love the birds. Thanks for sharing your world, have a great week!
ReplyDeleteSuch gorgeous photos of your world, and I love the first picture!
ReplyDeleteI can see why it's such a favorite! Beautiful photos and scenery! I especially like the one with the lanterns.
ReplyDeleteAh-h-h! Barb, this Park looks wonderful. What a gem to have and to explore. I really like what you do with your photos....each a little different depending on content/subject.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful park, it has been done very well.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful place to visit. Your post processing is beautiful, too. I love your texture work. genie
ReplyDeleteBarb, these photos are just beautiful. As Genie said, your texture work is just amazing. The next time I go to Denver, if you are in town, let's walk Denver City Park together. I would love that! Perhaps, I should just schedule a day while you are still there and drive up for a walk.
ReplyDeleteNice.
ReplyDeleteThe boathouse stopped me in my tracks. It looks very much like Albany, NY's Washington Park lakehouse.
http://www.rmsanophotography.com/Reflections/Reflections/IMG9951/541854525_oK39X-L.jpg
Maybe all such buildings are similar.
Beautiful.
So nice that these natural areas have been preserved in cityscapes. And that you are close by from your city home. See you're having more fun with the photos.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great space. Parks are such great thing, especially nice parks with space to wander and roam.
ReplyDeleteAnother set of fabulous shots. It's hard to imagine the park being surrounded by buildings and people.
ReplyDeleteWhere would we be without our city parks? They are our sanctuaries, our places of escape, our areas of tranquility and allow us moments of peace and joy.
ReplyDeleteParks in the city bring pleasure to so many, and you have done a beautiful job of showing us the tranquil beauty of City Park. How nice to see that it is also a haven for wildlife. Lovely post, Barb!
ReplyDeleteCalling by from Our World Tuesday, I enjoyed sharing your world and beautiful photos here with you today.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting my blog today. Enjoy your week.
Beautiful shots, Barbara. They each bring such a sense of clarity and peace.
ReplyDeleteLovely post Barb, you have shared some gorgeous photos to share with us. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteSo fortunate to live the best of both worlds, in all seasons. Lovely images and editing Barb. :)
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful world! :)
ReplyDeleteThe bright beautiful pictures just really say "Colorado" (and make me feel as if I'm living under a cloud here in Oregon... as I actually am today!) There is something so special about a natural area within the city limits...always makes me feel as if I have discovered a bit of magic. Thanks for the tour.
ReplyDeleteMost often we tend to miss the beauty around us, which we take for granted or have stopped looking at with awe. What struck me about this post was that you still have the ability to see the unusual in the mundane. The Boathouse looks so beautiful, it is almost unreal!
ReplyDeleteYour photo of the 'ancient' trees is gorgeous, Barb. Thank you for your kind thoughts....
ReplyDeleteyou compose wonderful photos!!
ReplyDeleteI love the trees and the reflections
and the sweet birds
Oh wow these are so beautiful I could weep (!)
ReplyDeleteHello, Barb,
ReplyDeleteIt is perfectly neat and clean park! I love its stillness and the reflections.The bird peeking from the leaves is so sweet!
I love all of the photos; especially the third one is my favorite.
Stay Warm!
Tomoko
Your photography just gets better and better. What kind of birds are those in the last photo? I need to visit that park soon with my nephews - you've inspired me!
ReplyDeleteAh, to live near such a sanctuary. So beautiful. The shot of the boat pavilion looks very similar to the view of The Broadmoor from the back, across the lake. Lovely photos as always.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous city park! I enjoyed all of your pictures especially the one of the little bird. :)
ReplyDeleteIt’s so necessary for mental and physical health to have green spaces. I can’t understand people who never walk outdoors and have little or no contact with anything but bricks, concrete and mortar.
ReplyDeleteNice park- and looks like such a lovely day for an out and about with the camera!
ReplyDeleteI especially love those stucco lanterns. And to be so very near that beautiful park -- what a gift!
ReplyDeleteThese are evocative and filled with beauty. All the angles and patterns. Your love for beauty and nature shows through.
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