A 100, and merrily going around

The Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round The building that houses the ancient carousel. This carousel, which was made in 1911, has gotten into US’s ‘National Register of Historical Places.’ This post is…

Our World: Altamont Pass and its windmills

We were driving from San Jose to Mountain House, CA and we had just passed Livermore when windmills took over the scene in an otherwise dry landscape. The area —…

Glimpses: Oregon Zoo

Every Zoo has them Giraffes, Tigers and Lions. However there is usually something to set each one apart from the rest. Some zoos stand out because they have animals from…

Looking for the Best Fish Company?

We love our Fish and Chips. We love Clam Chowder, too. And now we know of a place in Southern Washington that serves really good stuff – both Fish and…

Rainbow, Waldo or Robin Williams?

To some of us, this is the Rainbow Tunnel just a few miles north of the world-famous landmark called Golden Gate Bridge. This tunnel on US 101 is actually called the Waldo…

Adding some Greek and Roman touch to San Francisco

Palace of Fine Arts is a must-see structure in San Francisco, CA. Built in Greek and Roman style of architecture …

A Walk in the Park: Central Park, Santa Clara

This is Santa Clara’s own Central Park. All of 50 odd acres, this park in California’s Bay Area is a pretty place, which is well landscaped with lawns, water fountains…

Our World: Chasing a double rainbow

We were in Washington last summer and it was nice and warm and not unlike California, around then. Then we were back in Vancouver, Washington in the Fall and on…

Our World: Tulip Time

If it is April and you find yourself in Oregon or Washington — remember it is time for Tulips — you might want to treat yourself to this gorgeous sight:…

OurWorld: Alum Rock Park

Alum Rock Park in San Jose is said to be one of the oldest municipal parks in California. Dating back to the early 1870s, this park still wears some signs…