Salem - A Magnificent Site With Prominent Attractions

Oregon the state of United States, offers great andcreatures such as elk and deer. This park is
exotic natural landscapes that will surely mesmerizeconsidered as one of the best photogenic landscapes
you. It exhibits some of the most fascinating views ofin the state that gives you some mesmerizing scenic
the seacoast, majestic mountains, greenery, desertsviews. This place is considered as the best picnic spot
and prairies. The state of Oregon has always been anfor the people of the city during weekends. This is also
eye-candy for the tourists of all round the globe as it isa very favorable spot for surfers and people who
blessed with rejuvenating climate, cultural diversity,love to take a walk along the beach.
landscapes and magnificent cities such as Salem,The most visited attraction within the city is Oregon
Portland, Eugene, Hillsboro, Medford and several otherState Capitol that is also recognized because of its
prominent cities.'Gold Man'. This Gold Man is officially known as the
The city of Salem is the capital of the U.S. state ofOregon Pioneer and it is a majestic sculpture with a
Oregon. It enjoys the status of being the county seatheight of about twenty three feet and it weighs around
of Marion County. This beautiful city is located amidst8.5 tons. This building accommodates the Governor's
the Willamette Valley on the banks of WillametteOffice, Oregon Legislative Assembly with few other
River. Salem City was founded in the year 1842 and inoffices of the state government. As you step in the
the year 1851, it became the capital of Oregoncapital, you will witness the some magnificent murals
Territory. The city derived its name from the wordaround the Rotunda. The replica of the Oregon State
'Shalom' that means 'peace' in Hebrew.Seal is also placed right at the middle of the rotunda.
This interesting city of Salem was incorporated in theOne can also not afford to miss the Mission Mill
year 1857. It ranks as the third largest city with anMuseum in the city. It is a museum with historically
estimated population of about 154,510 in the year 2008,significant relics and monuments. It exhibits working
following Portland and Eugene. Initially, the city was anmodels of a woolen mill such as Thomas Kay Woolen
agricultural city and it witnessed growth during the eraMill with many historically significant buildings that have
of gold rush.been shifted to the mill area.
Entire city of Salem is full packed with a range ofOne can also go for shopping as the downtown area
historically significant sites along with magnificentof the city is full packed with some marvelous malls
natural scenic landscapes. One of the most visitedand shopping centers. Some of the most important
tourist destinations includes the Oregon State capitolshopping malls include Lancaster Mall, Center Mall and
building which is a historically significant structure.Woodburn Company Stores Outlet Mall with some
Another worth visiting site in the city is Willamettespecialty stores such as Mission Mill Village. The
University building.Mission Mill Village is known for its antiques, relics and
Ecola State Park is a great place to visit as it gives ancrafts. You can also take these items as a souvenir of
opportunity to enjoy the magnificence of forest and itsthe city.