Hans Christian Andersen

Central Park: The Oasis

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June 16th 2008
Originally designed by Frederick Law Olmstead to reflect the English pastoral life, Central Park became instead another proof of New York's artful skill in imitation nature while making it better. On these 843 acres of land, there are trees, shrubs, vines, rock, trails, and pathways. There are lakes, fountains, cascades, bridges, gardens, statues, an obelisk, a fort, and a castle. Ther ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more