Falls Park on the Reedy is a park in downtown Greenville, South Carolina that runs along the Reedy River.
This pedestrian bridge is the Liberty Bridge. Its construction is unique in the United States. (Hmmm, maybe I should have kept this for U day in the Blogging from A to Z Challenge?) Here, we also have a nice view of the falls.
The day we visited the park, it was President's Day, and the park was quite busy,
I wasn't that aware of the history of the park. At one time, this area was hunting land used by the Cherokee Nation.
They were forced to cede the land to white settlers in 1777.
Eventually, mills and other industrial buildings were built along the Reedy River. There isn't much left to them. Could these be ruins?
How about these?
Going back to its Roots - that's a little scary to me.
But nothing scary about this beautiful Southern Magnolia in the park. These trees despite their name aren't just for the Southeast United States, (they are hardy to zone six), but aren't hardy where I live in New York State. I love seeing them where they grow the best.
Joining Yogi and other skywatching bloggers for #SkywatchFriday.
"R" day in the Blogging from A to Z Challenge. My theme: Exploring South Carolina and the Eastern United States.
Very beautiful
ReplyDelete...those roots are still holding on.
ReplyDeleteGreat sceneries
ReplyDeleteSo lovely, Alana. Lovely.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I'd get too close to that tree, looks like it could topple over any minute.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful blog
ReplyDeleteThat IS a unique bridge, and thanks for also posting information about the Cherokee displacement. That tree does look scary with half its roots not anchored in soil. Tread carefully!
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures. Amazing root system on that tree!
ReplyDeleteIt's been many years since I've been to Greeneville SC. I don't recall seeing these things but I was probably looking elsewhere. I do wish they'd start reopening the textile and clothing manufacturers that closed down when we shipped that business overseas. I'd rather see it done by our own country's workers.
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I actually love those "scary" roots! :)
ReplyDeleteInteresting pedestrian bridge. Love the looks of those ruins!
ReplyDeleteLoving the tree roots - I posted a similar picture for the letter G (grasping) in my blog for My Life in Black and White.
ReplyDeleteMy A to Z Blogs
DB McNicol - Small Delights, Simple Pleasures, and Significant Memories
My Snap Memories - My Life in Black & White
Lovely series of nature photos ~ like the bridge and the ruins ~
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Looks like a really nice place to visit.
ReplyDeleteWorth a Thousand Words
Looks lovely.
ReplyDelete1700's is long time.
ReplyDeleteCoffee is on and stay safe.
I'd expect that tree to topple any day!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a lovely place to take a walk.
ReplyDeleteA full grown magnolia tree is a marvel of nature... love the beauty you photographed
ReplyDeleteBeautiful river, I love the bridge. I like it when old remnants of the past are left in place. That magnolia tree is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteMany of the Cherokee were forcibly relocated to Oklahoma, as I am sure you know, and then they were screwed out of the their land again. They seem to be thriving and growing again with what the call the "New Buffalo." (Casinos)
Hi Alana - love your R's ... Reedy River and the remnants of past buildings and life in the area ... cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteWow, some super pics their girlfriend! Thanks for sharing!
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