Castillo de San Marcos
The
gun deck on a cloudy day. The view is of San Pedro Bastion (southwest), taken from the east
curtain/wall/terreplein/whatever you wish to call it. There’s a lot going on in
this photo: a bronze cannon at far left, a chimney which once
serviced the guardrooms below, the 1680s watchtower dedicated to Saint Peter, and an old Spanish
mortar. In the distance, the
Moorish-style tower of Flagler College and the beautiful dome of
Memorial Presbyterian Church make their appearance.
Fountain of Youth
The
Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park is full of winsome scene like this
fishpond with a 16TH century feel. When I last stopped there, many previous visitors had thrown coins
into the pond. You’ll find this place just outside the actual ‘fountain of
youth’ at the Springhouse (drink up, me hearties! Embrace eternal youth!
Arrrrrgh!) and might actually prefer this peaceful scene to the hustle and
bustle in the more touristy parts of the park.
(c) 2015-2016 St. Augustine Fridays
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