Fred G Redmon Memorial Bridge / Selah Cliffs
Tucked away in Yakima County, Washington, the Fred G. Redmon Memorial Bridge stands as more than just a passage across Selah Creek. This twin-arch concrete marvel, once the longest of its kind in the U.S., merges human engineering with breathtaking scenery. Towering 325 feet above the rugged Selah Cliffs, it offers travelers unparalleled views while carrying Interstate 82 traffic daily. Whether you're drawn to its architectural significance or its dramatic backdrop, this landmark is a striking blend of functionality and beauty.
Indian John Hill
John Quititit, often referred to as "Indian John," was a farmer, carpenter, and member of the Upper Yakama Nation. He lived and worked in the area during the late 19th century. As a landowner and skilled craftsman, Quititit played a significant role in the local community.
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Tobairin Holy Well, Co Kerry, Eire
Tobairin Holy Well in County Kerry, Ireland near the Cliffs of Kerry.
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Famine Cottages
The remnants of "Famine Cottages" can be found all over the historical landscape of Ireland. These houses were often dwellings of the poor and consisted of rustic dwellings in miserable locations.
Navajo Spring (Manitou Springs, CO)
a natural soda spring comes out of the wall in a decorated font. It is one of eight famous natural springs that put this town on the map. The spring was initially visited by Native American Indians who sought their healing and spiritual powers, which some believed were gifted by the great spirit called Manitou.
Stratton Spring (Manitou Springs, CO)
Stratton Spring was drilled in 1936 by the Myron Stratton Foundation., The soda-type spring has a controlled flow of two gallons per minute and is drilled to a depth of 167 feet. This site was the junction of early Indian trails and several major mineral springs. Later it became the major access to the Mount Manitou Incline and the Pikes Peak Cog Railway and was the loop were Stratton's Trolley Line reversed to return to Colorado Springs.
The Magic and Minerals of Manitou Springs
The little touristy village of Manitou Springs is most famous for its mineral springs, which well up through eight fonts (previously ten fonts, upwards of 50 springs) peppered throughout the town. These springs are free to visit, and each holds its own variation of minerals, magic, folklore, and healing properties that visitors have sought throughout the ages. Each has its unique flavor, natural carbonation, and effervescence.
Lithia / Twin Springs (Manitou Springs, Co)
This is one of the more popular springs along Ruxton Avenue due to its high Lithium content. Two springs combine into one, pouring through this font. The water is very sweet, high in lithium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium, and a top-rated water source for making sweet carbonated lemonade water. Others describe the taste as sweet, tangy, and minerally. Of all the Manitou Springs, it has the highest concentration of magnesium. The font is located outside a storefront entrance.
Seven Minute Spring (Manitou Springs, CO)
The Seven Minute Spring was man-made and drilled in 1909 near the former Manitou House Hotel. The drilling hit a limestone cavity of ancient carbonated waters that created a geyser that would erupt every 7 minutes giving a label to its current name.
Old Ute Chief Spring (Manitou Springs, Co)
One of Manitou's former famous springs now closed off to the public and no longer running. It was famous back then and was one of the sources for the "Ute Chief Mineral Water" and Manitou Springs bottling company. While it is no longer on the Springs trails given out by the Chamber of Commerce, its font still stands even though shut off.