My last visit to the greater Boston area included photographing two\u00a0landmark parks that have\u00a0such profound history. My images reflect the colorful environment of ‘The Public Gardens’, of Boston Common in Tulip season. Include monuments with over views of garden pathways in spring. In contrast a visit to City of Waltham’s Prospect Hill.\u00a0 A dramatic wilderness nature park\u00a0of diverse\u00a0landscapes of flora and fauna that include\u00a0historic\u00a0sites.<\/p>\n
Prospect Hill Park <\/strong>is an interesting elevated nature area with over views from the City of Waltham to the greater Boston area. The spectacular topography of the park encourages hikes through meadows, woodlands with rock formations, that date back to the\u00a0Triassic Era and trail walks to the historic landmarks. This natural environment is the wildlife habitat for small creatures and perfect greenery for butterflies, birds, and insects.<\/p>\n This PDF trail map<\/a> provides an outline of points of interest. The walks take in breath taking sights of tall Pine trees, flowering plants, and creeks that bring life to the 252 acre landscape. the area includes historic sites such as a hospital cemetery. The park has two Summits of view point, \u2018Little Prospect\u2019, outlooks to the Boston Basin and Reservoir river ways. \u2018Big Prospect\u2019, (at 485 feet), presents the feature overview of the Boston City Skyline.<\/p>\n Since 1892 Prospect Hill has been an important community landmark which was returned to the City of Waltham after use by the United States Air Force starting from1952. The \u00a0www.walthamlandtrust.org<\/a>\u00a0 planned\u00a0restoration projects, developing \u00a0including picnic areas, camp sites, and recreation trails to enjoy the park. These Websites provide a comprehensive history. Prospect Hill is managed by \u00a0\u00a0www.city.waltham.ma.us<\/a> Parks Department, this is a wonderful recreation area for the City. Also interest with Meet Up Group<\/a>.<\/p>\n Following: Gallery view,\u00a0 \u201cProspect Hill Park\u201d .<\/strong><\/p>\n