Much like the Pyramids of Egypt and The Great Wall of China, the one-million+ LED bulbs illuminating the Cincinnati Zoo are sure to be seen from earth’s orbit. The Festival of Lights’ almost neon-like white glow even rivals Chevy Chase’s legendary house in Christmas Vacation.
Colored Lights set to music create a theatrical ambiance at Swan Lake on the path toward the Elephant House.
Reminiscent of the Taj Mahal, the Elephant House was constructed in 1906 to pay homage to the homeland of the Vanishing Giants, and is now an historic landmark.
http://wikimapia.org/991138/Elephant-House-Cincinnati-Zoo
This architectural mastery even inspired the creation of a gingerbread version at the Houses of Hope Gingerbread Contest benefiting the Shriners Hospital.
http://www.cincyhousesofhope.com/
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden opened its doors in 1875 – making it the second oldest Zoo in the United States. Although most animals were happily inside, the American Kestrel ventured outdoors. (The most common falcon in North America.) Too dark to appreciate his beautiful detail, I was in awe of his speckles that showed up in this picture.http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/American_Kestrel/lifehistory
Definitely a festive stop to add to your Christmas activities!
Merry Christmas from The Painted Memory
www.thepaintedmemory.com
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