Boston Re-discovery - Wandering Around and Around

The Boston Public Library is the first library allows people to borrow books home. The building is very cultural. I hope there is a cultural library in Hong Kong. Yet, it takes time to evolve.

















Felt so good having hot soup in the quiet Reading Room in a cold day.




















What is better than having a rest at a green garden.

















Old South Church in Gothic Style, my favorite one. 

















A classic subway station.

















The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist occupied a huge area in Boston.

Boston Re-discovery - Freedom Trail Rerun Part 2

My friend and me had a casual walk along the Freedom Trial. At last, we did not finish everything but found out something more than the route.

The first destination of the day was the Massachusetts State House. The gold dome was originally made of wood and was covered with 23-k gold to prevent leaks into the house later. During the World War II, the dome was painted black to avoid bomb attack. The gold was uncovered in 1997.

William Lloyd Garrison delivered anti-slavery speech in the Park Street Church in 1829. It was a milestone of social equality.

Boston Common is the official starting point of the Freedom Trial. In the absence of electronic media, this oldest park in the country was the place to broadcast revolutionary ideas, say racial equality, feminist revolution. The park was not so quiet in history.

First Public School Site and Ben Franklin Statute. Many renowned great people studied in the First Public School, including Ben Franklin. 

Old South Meeting House was the birth place of Boston Tea Party and American History.

In 1770, the Boston Massacre happened in front of the Old State House. British soldiers killed 5 colonists to suppress angry confrontations. Followed by the continuous attempts, the Declaration of Independence was announced at the Old State House in 1776.

Faneuil Hall has been a renowned marketplace and meeting hall in Boston since 1742. Visitors nowadays visit the hall for good food and shopping even they do not plan to experience the whole Freedom Trial.

Bunker Hill Monument in distance. The monuments was built in memory of the first major battle of the American Revolution in 1775. Though the colonists lost the battle, their faith in gaining independence from Britain was reinforced. And the final result is well-know.

USS Constitution and Charlestown Navy Yard is my favorite spot of the Freedom Trial and even of the entire Boston. USS Constitution was a legend for it beat down 4 British frigates. Visitors can learn more about the warship by joining a guided tour or visiting the museum.  Finally, visitors can take a water shuttle as a cheap cruise back to the town centre. 

Sorry to say I did not complete the entire Freedom Trial again. The missing points included Granary Burying Ground, Former Site of the Old Corner Bookstore, Paul Revere House, Old North Church and Copp's Hill Burying Ground. Let's see if I can make it next time.

Boston Re-discovery - Freedom Trail Rerun Part 1

Time is limited, especially on holiday. This time, I would complete the entire Freedom Trial which I only visited a few sites of it 3 years ago. Totally 16 historical sites related to the American Revolution can be found along the 2.5-mile route. Visitors can simply start their adventure by following the signs on the ground.

















The first check-point this time was King's Chapel as it's just around the hotel we stayed.






















Many prominent people are resting here.






















Beautiful religious painting on the ground.






















Tour guides usually dressed in costumes to introduce American History. Probably a good way to make visitors more concentrated?

















Time to catch up with friends in Boston. Self-guide walking tour continued the next day.

Boston Re-discovery - Wandering Here and There

Boston is a walking city. Visitors can easy explore many popular sites on foot.

The New England Holocaust Memorial is dedicated to the Jews who were killed in Holocaust. There are 6 towers but 1 is missing in the picture.

















Modern chain stores in elegant outlooks.


My friend tried hard to make this close up for this active running squirrel.

















A clean and packed blanket for homeless. This arrangement is very sweet.

A grande lodge of Freemasony in Boston.

The interiors of Paramount Theater is very artistic. The showcase allows visitors to have a basic knowledge of some popular musicals. 

Ok Ok. I won't touch as I am not into space travel yet.

Artistic decorations.

What a relaxing day.

Kids played heavy roles in street performance.

Must try famous Boston dishes - Clam Chowder and Lobster.

"Boston is truly where it all began. Join me in continuing this bold endeavor, so that the future generations can say this is where the promise was fulfilled." - January 65, 1976, Inaugural Address. Follow the giant, Mayor Kevin White to see his contribution for transforming Quincy market to an attractive tourist spot. 

 

My friend's sharp eye found this little robot on the ground.

Beautiful glass picture reminds me Boston is a coastal city.

What did Park Street look like in the past?

Boston Re-discovery - My Good Choice of Accomodation

Actually, Omni Parker House was almost an excellent accommodation choice.

















Both my friend and me loved the hotel's classy and elegant style. Moreover, it is located in the heart of Boston. Number of attractions are just in walking distance. Nevertheless, the pricing of this 4-star hotel was very reasonable in comparison with those 3-star ones in New York. The room is well decorated with big comfortable bed. The only faults were the washroom was bit small and there were some dust at the window sides.

People make things more interesting (when they do not make troubles). The hotel once received famous people such as Charles Dickens and Ralph Waldo Emerson, etc.






















Besides of people, The Parker House is also famous for its Boston cream pie and Boston roll. What's the taste? Let me tell you next time.