The Famous Portland Water Fountains
Do you know where this is? The sight looks refreshing isn’t it? This is one of the famous water fountains in Salmon Street, Portland. This is the Salmon Street Springs Water Fountain.
If you have been in this place then maybe you enjoyed splashing and wading with the water fountains like you did when you were still a child way back under the rain or filed an album of your pictures taken with a nice water fountain background. The memories of your visit at the Portland Water Fountains might have been one of your unforgettable moments ever.
If you haven’t, well you missed a lot! The water fountains everywhere downtown Portland are worth seeing and visiting. The water fountains are very easy to find and all of them will fascinate you with its relaxing and soothing effect. You will not only enjoy the beauty of these outdoor water fountains but you get to see the different water fountains made to honor the city and its people.
And now, you might have made the decision to begin your journey to the wonders of the city with water fountains everywhere. You have to know the information you need about these water fountains. You need to stop by the Portland Water Bureau to pick up some things to get you ready to explore the wonderful sights of these water fountains. You can request a copy of the Downtown Fountain Tour Walking Map and they will send it over to you by mail. You must remember that the fountains here are not advisable for drinking though there might be some that you can quench your thirst but not all, unless it is indicated for safe drinking. The water that runs through these water fountains are typically recycled and chlorinated like those in a swimming pool.
Many Portland water fountains have won local and international design competitions; some were gifts and commissions to the city from prominent private citizens. All of them are awesome and you can really feel the sense of stress relief and you will totally enjoy the sight. You will never regret the decision of touring the streets of Portland to see these lovely water fountains. You will realize that you don’t have to spend much to experience the wonders of such beautiful place as this. Bring along your camera so you can ponder the memories of your visit here.
You might want to wish and throw coins in these fountains but please DON’T. You can save your coins for some souvenirs to buy somewhere or you may donate it to the Portland Water Bureau for the maintenance or repairs of these water fountains that you loved. And if you’re planning to wade with the water fountains, bring your swimsuit or any appropriate outfit so you can enjoy the moment splashing around.