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During your Portland vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Japanese Garden
Considered the finest example of a Japanese garden in North America, Portland's Japanese Garden is one of the city's most popular attractions. Don't miss it. Not only are there five different styles of Japanese gardens scattered over 5 1/2 acres, but there's also a view of volcanic Mount Hood, which has a strong resemblance to Mount Fuji.While Japanese gardens are traditionally not designed with colorful floral displays in mind, this garden definitely has its seasonal highlights. In early spring there are the cherry trees, in midspring there are the azaleas, in late spring a huge wisteria bursts into bloom, and in early summer, huge Japanese irises color the banks of a pond. Among the gardens, there's a beautiful and very realistic waterfall.This is a very tranquil spot and is even more peaceful on rainy days when the crowds stay away, so don't pass up a visit just because it's raining. Also, on the third Saturday of each of the summer months, there's a demonstration of the Japanese tea ceremony in the garden's tea house. There are also many special events held here throughout the year (ikebana, bonsai, Japanese-inspired art).
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
It was here in Vancouver, at the Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) Fort Vancouver, that much of the Northwest's important early pioneer history unfolded. The HBC, a British company, came to the Northwest in search of furs, and for most of the first half of the 19th century it was the only authority in this remote region. Fur trappers, mountain men, missionaries, explorers, and settlers all made Fort Vancouver their first stop in Oregon country. Today Fort Vancouver houses several reconstructed buildings that are furnished as they might have been in the middle of the 19th century. In summer, there are costumed interpreters on hand giving demonstrations of activities that once took place here at the fort. Outside the fort is a large formal garden.
Museum of the Oregon Territory
This small museum houses collections of historic memorabilia and old photos from this area. There's the obligatory covered wagon, as well as a display of Native American petroglyphs. Your admission ticket to this museum will also get you into the Stevens Crawford House, 603 Sixth St., a foursquare-style home that is furnished with late-19th-century antiques and looks as if the family just stepped out.
Mark Spencer Hotel
The Mark Spencer Hotel is the perfect choice for your visit to Portland. Each room is unique, personally accessorized to create a quiet, comfortable, and homelike atmosphere with the added benefit of our hotel services. A wide variety of spacious studios and one-bedroom suites await your selection- all complemented by complete kitchen furnishings, ample closet space and impeccably serviced.The Mark Spencer Hotel is a 100% non-smoking facility. Valet parking is $16 a day with in & out ...
Courtyard by Marriott Portland Downtown Lloyd Center
The hotel designed by business travelers, Courtyard surrounds you with all the conveniences that make business and pleasure travel easy. All guest rooms now feature complimentary high speed Internet access! The Courtyard Portland Downtown-Lloyd Center is conveniently located in downtown Portland just three blocks from the Oregon Convention Center and one half mile from Lloyd Center and the Rose Garden arena: home of the NBA Portland Trail Blazers. Complimentary transportation is within the ...
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