Discovering Balboa Park: San Diego’s Crown Jewel - 5th Sep 2010

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Balboa Park, an iconic cultural park in San Diego, is a captivating destination that seamlessly blends rich natural beauty with stunning Spanish-style architecture.

The park is filled with a variety of highlights. The Botanical Building, constructed with one of the world’s largest wooden lath structures, stands as a landmark where visitors can admire vibrant tropical and rare plants. Right in front of it lies the Lily Pond, a peaceful spot where visitors can enjoy gracefully blooming water lilies and aquatic plants, along with the scenic reflections of the sky and the beautiful building on the water's surface.

Furthermore, the California Tower, adorned with intricate Baroque-style carvings, boasts an undeniable presence that can be recognized from almost anywhere in the park. 

The classic arched arcades leading toward Plaza de Panama offer a pleasant, shaded walkway while creating a truly picturesque view. Visitors can also stroll through the Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden, where colorful roses bloom in abundance, enveloping the area in a rich, sweet fragrance.

Harmonizing historical architecture with lush gardens, Balboa Park is a place where simply taking a walk allows you to fully experience the charm and history of San Diego.

Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/500s / F5.6 / ISO100 / -0.7


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/800s / F5.6 / ISO100 / -0.7


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko Digital 40-150mm F4.0-5.6 / 1/800s / F7 / ISO100 / 0.0


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/800s / F5 / ISO100 / -0.3


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/640s / F4.5 / ISO100 / -0.3


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/1000s / F7 / ISO100 / 0.0


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/60s / F5 / ISO100 / 0.0


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/640s / F7 / ISO100 / 0.0


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/2000s / F5.4 / ISO100 / -1.7


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/800s / F4.8 / ISO100 / 0.0


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/500s / F5.7 / ISO100 / 0.0


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/1000s / F5.6 / ISO100 / -0.7


Olympus PEN E-P2 / M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 / 1/1600s / F5 / ISO100 / -0.7


    Camera : Olympus PEN E-P2 at DPREVIEW
    Lens      : M.Zuiko ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 at Imaging Resource / 
                    M.Zuiko Digital 40-150mm F4.0-5.6 at ePHOTOzine


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