It’s getting chilly, so we’re headed back to our new home at Hilton Head Island.
I know you've heard this before .... but ... New Bern was the best town yet.
This town was voted as having one of the 10 best streets in America. I am not surprised with its scenic waterfront, historic architecture, bordering a huge national forest, and so many other features that make it so special.
Gorgeous long bridges take you over the many waterways that take you to this town, and this quaint drawbridge is the gateway to the town.
The City Hall.
You simply must click on these to see the amazing architecture. They have preserved it better than any other town.
This is Middle Street, the one voted the best. At this end, it leads to the City Hall.
1700s and 1800s churches on every corner. What happened to steeples?
This town has done an incredible job at preserving its history and architecture. It’s homes, buildings and churches date back to the 1700s, most in the early to mid-1800s in the Federal, Queen Anne, Greek Revival style.
Circa 1700s
They have also painted the fire hydrants to resemble historical characters that helped shape the town.
1800s Church and courtyard.
The very intimidating courthouse.
Utterly elaborate Queen Anne/Greek Revivial house, circa 1902.
The Masonic Theatre. Impossible to capture its beauty. Inside was sacred.
New Bern is where Pepsi Cola was invented!
This is Adventure Bear. RV is a must in the adventure experience!
The Swiss Flag, of course.
And, what perfect town would be complete without a RiverWalk. New Bern’s promenade is newly built with brick pavers, lanterns, gazebos, a beautiful huge park ... and bears!
Circa 1800s Church and grounds ... in the middle of town.
Barrister Bear!
Tryon Palace, circa, 1767, where George Washington danced, is New Bern's most coveted building.
And ... finally Middle Street ... which is hard to capture.
We are on our way to Myrtle Beach, SC, which I imagine will be about as different from New Bern as a city can be!
Love, the Gypsy Tribe of Two
