Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: From Native Americans to George Washington, from modern-day Pittsburghers to out-of-town visitors, many have admired the Point, where the Allegheny and Monongahela join to form the Ohio River.
The city’s crown jewel, the 150-foot-tall water column, peacock sprayers and infinity pool at Point State Park, a national historical landmark, is worth celebrating. Especially as it turns 50.
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Part of the reason I love Pittsburgh is because of all the parks! At home in New Jersey, there were a few suburban parks. We had a hiking trail, but it was a half an hour drive up north and always crowded. One of the reasons I was so excited to come to CMU is because of the proximity to nature. Schenley is a minute from campus, and walking there every day has been a great way to blow off steam and get familiar with the area. Point State Park may be a little bit further (only 15 minutes by car) but I’m excited to check it out soon. Pittsburgh’s dedication to maintaining its natural beauty and historical landmarks is beyond that of any other city I’ve encountered before. It’s also really interesting how the fountain serves a practical purpose—beyond being a visual marvel, its mist helps cool people off during the summer. There’s so much of the city I still have to see and experience for myself, and this blog has been a great way to add new items to my Pittsburgh bucket-list.
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