Anastasia State Park
I
happen to love history and travel to St. Augustine for that reason, but if beachside
merriment is your cup of tea, St. Augustine’s still got you covered. Between
Ponte Vedra, Vilano Beach, St. Augustine Beach, and Anastasia State Park, sun-worshipers are never far from the sand and surf. This photo was taken at
Anastasia State Park. Since the ocean
was a bit wild (and it was chilly outside; yes, this happens quite frequently in Florida!), there weren’t many people around,
which made for some prime photography.
Mission Nombre de Dios
The
well-manicured grounds of Nombre de Dios beautifully showcase the tropical
splendor of natural Florida. Nestled among palms, benches, a gazebo, old grave
markers, religious monuments, and decorative fountains, the Spanish-style mission
is a center of serenity. The current mission is only about a century old; it
replaced older missions which unfortunately didn’t stand the test of time. If
you go inside, don’t forget to check out the sacred décor and the stained glass
windows. Chances are you’ll have the place to yourself, leaving you free to
reflect, or, if that’s not your thing, just to relax and enjoy the ambiance.
(c) 2015 St. Augustine Fridays
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