Growing up my family would always love taking road trips, especially to Mexico since most of our relatives live there. Being the youngest, my memories of these trips are just bits and pieces that are influenced by the stories I was told.Visiting Fort Worth and actually being able to make my own memories and experiences about the trip is why it is at the top of my list. When you hear about the Fort Worth area, many would believe that it doesn’t have much to offer. I as many shared this belief, but was proven wrong when I went for a visit to see my older sister Miriam. Going up there to see her graduate, I didn’t expect to experience the weekend I did. The place that captivated me the most would be, The Water Gardens in the downtown area. It was beyond what I had ever seen.
The Water Gardens was designed in 1974 by architects Phillips Johnson from New York. It contains four main attractions. The Active Pool, which is a labyrinth in the shape of a down-spiral. It has stepping stones which lead to a small pool. It is said to be about four stories with water rushing down from all over the walls. Leading to a very calming waterfall noise that lets off a cool mist.
The Water Gardens was designed in 1974 by architects Phillips Johnson from New York. It contains four main attractions. The Active Pool, which is a labyrinth in the shape of a down-spiral. It has stepping stones which lead to a small pool. It is said to be about four stories with water rushing down from all over the walls. Leading to a very calming waterfall noise that lets off a cool mist.
My parents and sister Miriam at the Quiet Pool
Next is the Aerating Pool. It features a display of sprinklers which creates a beautiful rainbow filled sight. If the lighting is right, you will be in for a treat from this sprinkler show. The sprinklers let off an illusion that you would be able to walk right on the water. Unfortunately, you are not allowed to go through the sprinklers, which is a test of self-control on those hot summer days.
Now we have the Quiet pool. It is a quiet and serene place. The reasoning behind the word of “quiet” is because it is a place of pure simplicity. Just being there would automatically make you want to whisper. It is simply a beautiful, romantic place to take your significant other on a date. It is also ideal for just admiring the beauty of what Nature is. The pool is in the shape of a large rectangle and rimmed by cypress trees. The trees make a shadow on the water which looks spectacular.
Finally, we have The Mountains. The only attraction at The Water Gardens that does not contain any water. However, the lack of water does not take away from its simple beauty. You can climb the narrow ledges and the beautiful terrain of the mountain. It is ideal to try a climb on a cold day, which, unfortunately, is rare in Fort Worth.
The Water Gardens have also been home to some scenes in films. It appears in the 1975 science fiction film “Logan’s Run” in the chase scene. In the 1979 TV version of another science fiction movie, “The Lathe of Heaven” it is the setting of the ending scene. The beauty of the Water Gardens has shown to be up to par in order to be shown in film.
Now we have the Quiet pool. It is a quiet and serene place. The reasoning behind the word of “quiet” is because it is a place of pure simplicity. Just being there would automatically make you want to whisper. It is simply a beautiful, romantic place to take your significant other on a date. It is also ideal for just admiring the beauty of what Nature is. The pool is in the shape of a large rectangle and rimmed by cypress trees. The trees make a shadow on the water which looks spectacular.
Finally, we have The Mountains. The only attraction at The Water Gardens that does not contain any water. However, the lack of water does not take away from its simple beauty. You can climb the narrow ledges and the beautiful terrain of the mountain. It is ideal to try a climb on a cold day, which, unfortunately, is rare in Fort Worth.
The Water Gardens have also been home to some scenes in films. It appears in the 1975 science fiction film “Logan’s Run” in the chase scene. In the 1979 TV version of another science fiction movie, “The Lathe of Heaven” it is the setting of the ending scene. The beauty of the Water Gardens has shown to be up to par in order to be shown in film.
The Water Gardens in Fort Worth are sight to see. From all of the aquatic scenery to even the unique mountain attraction, it is a place for the family to enjoy. I won’t ever forget the images of beauty I took form the Water Gardens and everyone should have the joy of seeing what my eyes saw. In Texas, where the heat is always the norm, there is no better place to be at then the joy of the water. The Water Gardens give you that joy, along with simply stunning sights. Whether it be just some time alone, with a date or with a family, the Water Gardens in Fort Worth are simply a must go. It is located at 1502 Commerce St, Fort Worth, TX 76102 and if you do not want to feed the meter parking is free after six p.m.
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