Located in Aiken, South Carolina, Hopeland Gardens cover 14 acres. Its paths meander under 100 year old live oaks, cedars, and magnolia trees. Among the many plants visitors will see, are azaleas, dogwood, crape myrtles, and Japanese iris. It's really a nice place to bring a lunch and have a picnic.
Also on the grounds is a wetlands area where visitors can see ducks, turtles, and fish. In addition, there's the Aiken Community Labyrith, the "Doll House," which was the former playhouse of the former owner, Mrs. C. Oliver Islelin's children, and The Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame, which is sure to interest horse lovers.
The gardens are open year round from 10:00 AM to sunset. Admission is free.
A labyrinth! Very cool.
ReplyDeleteLabyrinths are fun. I like them though, when you can see over the top. Not as intimidating!
DeleteI love watching turtles.
ReplyDeleteThey don't do much, but I certainly like seeing them. My son does, too.
DeleteDucks can be vicious. But that sounds like fun.
ReplyDeleteYou have to watch those ducks! Geese are even worse.
DeleteIt sounds like a wonderful place.
ReplyDeleteIt is.
DeleteI love the idea of a playhouse. The park looks lovely and the trees majestic
ReplyDeleteIt actually looks like a modular home. I like playhouses when they look like miniature Victorian homes. We have something like that here in Atlanta.
DeleteI'm Aiken to visit such a place :)
ReplyDeleteHave a peaceful long weekend, Sherry.
Gary
You are such a comedian! :) Hope you have a great weekend, too, Gary!
DeleteThis isn't too far fromm me. I hope I get to check this out someday. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI hope you get to see it!
Deletesounds wonderful!
ReplyDeleteIt's a very nice place!
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