Saturday, March 3, 2012

PENSACOLA Historic District

Seville Square in Pensacola, Florida, is the center of the old settlement of Pensacola by the Spanish in 1559. This was the earliest known attempt at settlement on the North American continent. Seville Square and its twin, Plaza Ferdinand VII, were the parade grounds for the Fort of Pensacola established during British rule.
What remains after centuries of fighting by the Spanish, French and British for Pensacola with it's beautiful deep water bay, is a charming historic district of 19th century wooden houses that are among the oldest in Florida.The houses are now delightful homes, galleries, restaurants, boutiques and offices.






The Seville Quarter[left-above-below] is a hugely popular entertainment complex featuring many bars, clubs and retaurants.




COME
ON IN!











interesting
deconstructivist
look...whether
by intent
or neglect...
I know not



























Colonial re-enactors go about their chores...






she seems really 'happy' in her work!




















single most charming feature throughout the district... gingerbread trim decorated front porches






the houses are among the oldest in Florida





and are now delightful homes



galleries, restaurants, boutiques and offices



























                  






























Old Christ Church is the oldest church in Florida standing on its original site




































































Live Oak trees provide shade to Seville Square park visitors in the hot summer months. The park is home to numerous concerts and throughout the year, including the Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival and JAZZFEST!
Live Oak trees provide shade to Seville Square park visitors in the hot summer months. Live Oak trees provide shade Live Oak trees provide shade to Seville Square park visitors in the hot summer months. The park is home to numerous concerts and festivals throughout the year, including the Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival and JAZZFEST!
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