Attractions in Oregon
Oregon is a paradise for nature lovers with
many attractions. Crystal-clear lakes alternate with
magical coastal regions, huge desert areas and
volcanic mountains. There is something here for
every nature lover. It is particularly beautiful to
hike on the coast. Visitors will find pure nature on
hikes through the desert or in the mountains. You
should definitely have seen the following places
during your stay:
Crater Lake National Park
It is the deepest lake in America. It is nestled
amid lush greenery in the Cascade Mountains. On the
western shore is Wizard Island, one of the state's
seven natural wonders. This region is ideal for
hiking, boat trips or cross-country tours.
Columbia River
It is the second largest river in North
America. Numerous waterfalls have emerged over the
years. This led to the climate being created for
wine growing. The river is also a popular place for
water sports.
Cannon Beach
If you fancy a picture-perfect beach, you should
definitely visit Cannon Beach. The bizarre rock
stands in the middle of the water on the Pacific
coast. Many wapitis live in the adjacent forest
area. You should not miss this visit.
Washington Park
This historic park is in Portland. It is only a
few minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the
city and serves as an oasis of calm to the hectic
city for many people. The highlight here is the Rose
Test Garden.
Oregon Coast Aquarium
Here you can get to know the state's underwater
fauna. There are otters, sea otters and sea lions
and a sea bird aviary.
Willamette Heritage Center
This is a special attraction of Oregon. There are
a total of 14 historical buildings from the
1880s. In a permanent exhibition, visitors can find
out about the changing past of the state.
Oregon doesn't have a lot of attractions to offer
compared to other American states. The real
attraction of Oregon is its landscape, which is
diverse and sometimes bizarre. For hikers, mountain
bikers or water sports enthusiasts there is plenty
of opportunity for their sporting activities.
The city of Portland is certainly worth
seeing. The best time to visit this city is from May
to October. The coldest month is December. Most
precipitation fall in January, March, November to
December. It would be a shame if the weather put a
spanner in the works when visiting the
attractions. In any case, Oregon is a state that
is less visited on tours of the USA. It is old
Indian country, but if you are interested in its
culture, this is the place for you.
The story of Oregon
Oregon was originally the home of the
Indians. Even today, nine of the recognized tribes
still live in Oregon. In 1778, James Cook discovered
the Oregon coastal region. originally he was looking
for the northwest passage. In 1811, New York
investor Johann Jacob Astor opened Fort Astoria on
the Columbia River. The goal was a trading post for
his Pacific Fur Company. In 1812, during the British
American War, the base was given to the
British. Fort Astoria nevertheless became a
permanent settlement for the whites. The Indians
were opposed to the settlers from the start, because
they learned that the Indians were being displaced
elsewhere.
In 1859, Oregon became the 33rd state to join the
Union. The subject of slavery was initially excluded
from the Oregon State Constitution. There was a
referendum. The population decided against slavery,
but also determined that black people were not
allowed to settle in the state. This initially
delayed Oregon's admission as a state of the United
States. The restrictions on blacks only dropped with
the 14th article of the United States Constitution,
when the Confederates lost the Civil War.
When the Congress deprived the Indians of land
rights in 1850, there were armed conflicts. They
lasted for several years. But the Indians lost this
war and were deported. The first upswing came for
Oregon in the 1880s. Thanks to the railway lines,
the trade in wheat and wood was favored, which led
to this upswing. Industrial development began with
the construction of the Bonneville dam. |
