Wednesday 30 May 2012

Paronella Park

This is a beautiful garden built by a Spanish man (Jose Paronella) who came to Australia with big dreams. He worked cutting cane by hand before being able to buy his own farm.  He accumulated his wealth by buying small run down cane farms and improving them before selling them. He then used this wealth to fulfil his dreams and the gardens reflect this.

The gardens have been established on the Mena Creek with the waterfall a key feature. Amongst the gardens are a variety of historic buildings/castles including a residence, ballroom and amphitheatre and countless paths and staircases all clad by a variety of moss.
Inspiration for our garden – now how do I build a waterfall this big?

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