Emerald Necklace, Historic park system in Boston, United States.
Description
The Emerald Necklace is a connected chain of nine parks, waterways, and green spaces stretching across Boston and Brookline. This sprawling network spans roughly 1,100 acres of landscape linking different neighborhoods together.
History
Frederick Law Olmsted designed this park system in the late 19th century to transform marshlands into usable public recreation areas. His plan simultaneously solved urban drainage problems and created new leisure opportunities for the growing population.
Culture
The Arnold Arboretum within the chain displays living collections of trees and plants that visitors can explore directly on site. Many locals use these green spaces for jogging, walking, or family outings on weekends.
Practical
The different park sections offer varying terrain types, from flat paths along Jamaica Pond to hilly areas in Franklin Park. Visitors should bring comfortable shoes if planning to cover longer distances through the green chain.
Did you know?
The linear arrangement of parks forms a shape resembling a necklace when viewed from above, running from Boston Common to Franklin Park. This continuous connection allows walkers and cyclists to travel several miles through urban greenery without crossing busy streets.
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