Rose Garden

A Day In Portland

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June 30th 2013
Busy, busy day today! First stop was the Pittock Mansion built 100 years ago on top of the highest point in Portland - - - tremendous view, spectacular garden, and opulent interior. Also visited the Rose Test Gardens, a gorgeous 4 acre park which is home to over 400 varieties of roses. Next stop was the Japanese Garden, said to be the most authentic Japanese Garden outside of Japan. The ga ... 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