A Portland se los llama "Ciudad de la Rosa" por un motivo. Estos jardines públicos, creados en 1917 y situados en el norte del paisaje urbano del centro de Portland, son los jardines oficiales públicos de rosas más antiguos de los Estados Unidos. También es el único lugar de América del Norte que puede emitir premios oficialmente reconocidos para las rosas híbridas cultivadas en todo el mundo. El mejor momento del año para apreciarlas es durante el Festival de Rosas de Junio; estas flores con un hermoso perfume comienzan a florecer en mayo y continúan hasta que comienzas las heladas. ¡Entonces, tomate un tiempo para venir y oler las rosas!
Henry Pittock, el fundador del periódico de Oregón, Portland, construyo esta mansión espectacular en 1914 y vivió allí de 1914 a 1919. Esta mansión señorial cuenta con el estilo de un castillo francés del Renacimiento y contiene tres pisos además de una vista increíble de la ciudad. La mansión ahora es un museo y exhibe la historia de la ciudad por medio de artefactos y exposiciones. Las personas pueden visitar la mansión e incluso alquilar un lugar en las funciones privadas.
A serene sanctum lying to the east of downtown Portland, this picturesque city park is unusual in more ways than one. Built on the grounds of an old volcanic cone, the park is a natural wonderland where trails and paved pathways wind through rolling meadows and dense forests. The park is also home to an amphitheater, a dog park, a horseshoe pit and courts used for various other sports. A delight for the avid hiker, Mount Tabor affords splendid views of the city's diverse landscape. Although much of the volcano's cinder cone has been paved, a part of it still remains, letting visitors in on the long-standing history and geological marvel it cradles in its depths.
Durante más de 75 años, este punto de referencia ha tenido un lugar especial en el centro de las ciudades. Este lugar de 259008 m² es un santuario Católico que ofrece unos jardines botánicos hermosos. Visita el santuario de "Our Lady's Grotto", que no solo es espiritual, sino que es también una maravilla geográfica desde que se esculpió una caverna en la base de un precipicio con una réplica de la escultura Pietà en el centro de la caverna de roca. Luego de admirar el santuario, tómate unos minutos para visitar las tierras y las maravillas de las hermosas plantas, luego visita la espectacular tienda de regalos. Los visitantes también pueden asistir a la misa. Si quieres un trato real ven a este lugar durante el Festival de las Luces que se realiza de forma anual.
Stroll through a forest of old and majestic trees, play frisbee on the expansive grassy fields or just sit back and watch the wildlife from a comfortable bench. Park visitors should pack a lunch and picnic under one of the shady trees. In addition to a man-made lake, you will also find a large children's play area, more than 30 acres (12.14 hectares) of grass and trails, tennis, volleyball and basketball courts, restrooms and more. Laurelhurst Park has graced the City of Roses since 1911.
Pearl District will enthrall you with its local legends, thriving art scene and more. Many consider this part of town to be the heart of the art scene since it is home to galleries and boutiques. But the former warehouse district after its urban renewal, is among the best shopping districts in the city. Walk down the cobblestone streets of this neighborhood and take in the sights. Explore its markets, specialty stores, unique boutiques and eateries.
Built in 1890, John Palmer House has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1978. Over the years it has changed hands many times. From being the base of the Multnomah Conservatory of Music to a B&B and an event space, this lovely structure still holds its charm.
Constructed in 1880, the John Tigard House is regarded as one of the finest structures in town. The home is located in the Tigard region of Oregon. It depicts the Queen Anne style of architecture and the house functions as a museum. It is predominantly a one-and-a-half storied construction, with a few ethnic elements of the Carpenter Gothic style. It constitutes three bedrooms and the half story comprises of varied artifacts of the historic society. Tours for groups in different slots can be availed through an advance intimation.
Located on the streets of Portland, the Emerson Apartments stands out in its appearance with the beautiful Early Commercial style architecture. Standing still on less than one acre of land., this three story structure is lovely from within too, and is registered on the National Register of Historic Places
Before Pioneer Place, there was this plaza. The original center of downtown Portland, the plaza was alive with business and entertainment and had a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. It got a facelift in the 1980s when MAX, the local light rail, made tracks. The square is busy on weekends now, thanks to the Saturday Market, a city flea market and bazaar. The square, complete with Skidmore Fountain circa 1888, still has a bit of an historic feel.
Established in 1855, this is one of the oldest bone orchards in Portland. It's located right on Morrison Street, so there is some traffic noise, but it still manages to be a tranquil place in the city. Graveyard fans will find many interesting markers here, obelisks, a creepy Gothic crypt, and a memorial to the Grand Army of the Republic with Abraham Lincoln's face on it. The cemetery is popular with noisy crows that hop between the markers.