Life materializes to be calm and complacent and all the worries gradually peter out as one enters the beautiful seaside town- Portsmouth. The city that was initially a ship building center has a rich historical past that is even reflected in the preset day life and functioning of it. Portsmouth has undergone emergence and downfalls but now it has established itself as an adorable and cherished tourist destination.
The Pleasures of Portsmouth
The town of Portsmouth is blessed with a wonderful location at the sea shore. This facilitates a horde of water games and activities that act as a pull to the vacationers and even the locals all round the year. There are luxurious cruises to the bay, the Isles of Shoals, activities like whale watching etc.
Water activities never sleep at the Water Country that is the largest New England water park. The park has some of the mind boggling rides for instance the Black Hole that gives you the terrific experience of a roller coaster, so is Warp 8-a twisting and spherical tube ride. Other enjoyable rides at the place include Ollie Octopus-one of the rides deeply cherished by the kids, Double Dive Boggan, Racing Rapids, Plunge and Pirate Lagoon etc. Kids can also take a wonder ride at the Tug Alley Too. From here children can take home all types of Theodore Tugboat products. Besides, there are books, gifts, garments etc. too at sale.
The Museum Delight
Portsmouth has a multitude of worth visiting museums. The oldest of museums here is the Strawbery Banke Museum. This museum encounters you with the town’s distinguished architectural history which can be a great learning experience. The Historic Garden here is an ideal place for all the flora lovers for the garden displays some of the most exclusive species in the world. Lilac, Hemlock, magnificent Victorian Gardens, colonial raised kitchen gardens…are a common sight here. The museum is thrown open for visitors during the month of summer from 1st May to the 31st of October. The majestic place can also be explored between 1st November and 30th April.
A visit must also be paid to the John Paul Jones House Museum that has a superb gathering of clothing, guns, chinaware, wedding gowns, furniture and other belongings of the captain and his wife.
Not to be overlooked on the land of Portsmouth is the beautiful and grand mansion The Moffat-Ladd home and garden. The mansion that is a paradigm example of Georgian architecture is bordered by archaic gardens that cover more than an acre of land. A stroll amongst the lovely chestnut trees can be a lifetime experience. The mansion has some exotic woodwork carvings inside that are enough to steal the gaze of all visitors.
The Wentworth-Gardner House is another historic Georgian mansion that that too has a tail hanging behind. The place is bedecked with excellent furniture, huge gardens, a barn, a wharf and other buildings.
The Tobias Lear House of the Tobias Lear V who served as the secretary of George Washington is also a laudable place to go to. The oldest colonial paintings can be relished at the worldwide known The Warner House.
Other Attractions
In order to have a brush with submarine history and technology, the USS Albacore is the perfect place. St. John’s Church where President George Washington had attended services on 1st November 1789, has summoned numerous visitors for all times. The pleasure of Deep Sea Fishing and Whale Watching can be experienced on a five hours cruise to gaze at the whales.
Last but not the least shopping can be a real fun in Portsmouth for the things you purchase will be devoid of sales tax. There is no end to the list of material available here. From antiques, jewelry to garments, furniture and food items, all are at hand.
