Wednesday's walk in Juan Bautista de la Salle Park.

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Hello Friends of Wednesday Walk!

Warm greetings and welcome to my blog!

In the middle of the heart and bustle of the city lies a place even unknown to many, a place that has stood the test of time and growing urban development.

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This site seems to be as ancient as it is mysterious, which is closely related to various myths or urban legends, as well as real historical events. This site was a starting point for the freedom of Venezuela, but also and as I reiterate a place that has withstood the neglect of governments and erosion by time.

This Wednesday after a busy working morning inside the Palace of Justice of my city Barquisimeto in Venezuela. I wanted to walk a bit through the cobblestone streets around the palace, this with the intention of clearing my mind a little and relax for a moment, as it is not easy to work in the administration of justice. So after lunch I thought I would get some fresh air and enjoy the trees and birds of the Plaza Bolivar which is right in front of the courthouse. But when I got there access was restricted, since they were doing maintenance and remodeling work.

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So I walked a little south-east, then I remembered the beautiful San Juan Bautista de La Salle Park also known as "La Concha Acustica". This park is formed by a ditch that gives access or gateway to the valley of the city, its history dates back to 1821, because on that date was built the first bridge of wood and stone of the city. This bridge served as a passageway for none other than the Liberator Simón Bolívar, Liberator of America.

A bit of history.

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In 1821 Bolivar arrived in Barquisimeto after some of the most important military campaigns in the history of South America. After being victorious in some battles and managing to finish with some royalist fronts belonging to the army of the kingdom of Spain. Bolivar made a stop in this city and then went to the Carabobo field to fight the last and most important battle that would give Venezuela the definitive independence from Spain.

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Thus marched Bolivar and his army along these roads and especially on this bridge, which later began to be called "Bolivar Bridge" in honor of this national hero. In his passage the villagers threw flowers, which reminds me of Caesar on his arrival in Rome after his campaign in the Gauls.

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This event was marked in the memory and chronicles of the city, which became a historical event but also the cradle of great urban myths. Some inhabitants of the vicinity of the park affirm that at night you can hear horses riding and the firm sound of marching military boots. Some curious people have peeked through the windows, but never see anything.

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What is a fact is that time has turned this beautiful park into the first green lung of the city and above all the only genuine escape door to the hustle and bustle and environmental pollution of the city. Inside this place we can experience a sense of peace, calm and harmony between our spirit and nature.

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Going down the large stairs in this beautiful park we can still find natural springs of water that emanate from the stones and serve as a natural source for birds and mammals that may pass through there, also creates beautiful water mirrors which are appreciated by visitors and are used for photography.

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Dear friends this was my Wednesday walk, I thank @tattoodjay for all the receptivity he has given me in my first steps in Wednesday Walk.

Thanks for reading me.

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Looks like a great walk getting away for a bit from the hustle of the city

Thanks for joining Wednesday Walk :), I truly enjoy exploring the world virtually each Wednesday seeing walks from all around the globe and feeling I am there and experiencing it all myself, such as I did in your post just now :)

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Hello dear friend, thank you very much for your nice visit and comment, yes it really is a very charming place which offers moments of relaxation. As I indicated in the publication is a small green lung in the heart of the city. It is also a place to reconnect with nature and refresh your thoughts.

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Yes I noticed that and I think all citys need to have a green lung

have a great day and weekend

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You are a terrific writer, @apolo1, and your English is excellent. (I'm assuming it is your second language.) I really enjoyed this blog post and all the history.

Some inhabitants of the vicinity of the park affirm that at night you can hear horses riding and the firm sound of marching military boots. Some curious people have peeked through the windows, but never see anything.

How delightful and spooky!

I'm glad you are enjoying #WednesdayWalk. @tattoodjay runs a great community! I try to participate weekly, if possible.

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