The mysterious anti-gravity hill in Lake Wales. The Legend” and how to experience the effect. “Many years ago an Indian village on Lake Wales was plagued by raids of a huge gator. The Chief, a great warrior, killed the gator in a battle that created a small lake. The chief was buried on the north side. Pioneer mail riders first discovered their horses laboring down hill, thus naming it “Spook Hill.” When the road was paved, cars coasted up hill. Is this the gator seeking revenge, or the chief still …
The visitor center of Florida Natural is definitely a neat experience. The Cracker Barrel style visitor center called the Grove house offers free samples of their fresh juices such as orange juice, grapefruit juice and pink lemonade. The store has almost anything you can think of related to oranges, from cookies, popcorn, dishes, fruit candy and more. The staff was extremely pleasant and friendly. They have a film presentation that explains the company, the citrus groves, the owners of the land and how the how process of making juice happens. …
A place to get away and relax…
Historic Bok Tower Gardens offers many acres of lush greenery and beautiful flowers. Stroll along the paths to enjoy this lovely relaxing scenery. Depending on the time of year you go, you can experience many different varieties of flowers; year-round flowers include Impatiens, Hibiscus, Brome Liads and others. Spring time this place is bursting with colors of camellias, azaleas and other spring flowers. Bring a picnic basket and have a nice relaxing picnic, then sit back and listen to the soothing music of the …
