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Pleasure gardens - Peterhof, Versailles and Paronella Park?!

Peterhof, Versaille and Paronella Park share a common theme.  They are gardens that were created as a utility, a vehicle, for enjoyment.  Whether it be a softly sun-lit bench surrounded by trees, ideal for reading or a pine-surrounded lake with a single row boat.  These features were created not to impress but rather to be used, to facilitate day dreaming, reading, romantic gesticulations!

Peterhof's party palace
Peterhof Fountain – St. Petersburg | Mannaismaya Adventure's Blog

Paronella Park
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